1st & 2nd Shift - Poultry Line Associate

Wayne Farms LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on Day 1

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Line Associate to disassemble poultry and rotate through tasks on the production line. The role involves learning duties such as debone or evisceration while following company policies and agency guidelines. PPE must be worn and safety protocols observed to support a zero-accident culture.

Preferred candidates have poultry processing experience; HS diploma is optional. Equal opportunity employer—on-site role with training on day one.

Qualifications

• Experience in poultry processing preferred.
• Must follow safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform production tasks on the poultry line, including debone or evisceration.
• Adhere to company policies, guidelines from agencies (NCC Animal Welfare, USDA), and legal requirements.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE correctly to promote a safe work environment.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry processing

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB INCENTIVES:

• Benefits available on Day 1
• On-the-job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Line Associate is responsible for the disassembly of poultry and may perform a wide variety of poultry processing related tasks as they rotate on the production line.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing such as debone or evisceration


• Perform all duties in compliance with Company policies and procedures, agency guidelines (i.e. NCC Animal Welfare, U.S.D.A, etc.) and Federal, State and local legal requirements


• Follow all safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. non-slip footwear, earplugs, hair and beard nets, hardhats, etc.) correctly at all times in areas requiring PPE helping to promote a zero accident culture


• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Previous poultry experience preferred

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs


• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work non-standard shifts (weekends, holidays and extended shifts) as needed


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally


• Exposure to wet and cold environment, and work around raw and/or animal odors


• Exposure to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving equipment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.