1st shift - Forklift Operator

Wayne Farms LLC; Decatur (AL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on Day 1

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is hiring for a 1st shift Forklift Operator at the Alabama Decatur Prepared Foods Plant. The role focuses on operating forklift equipment, setting up the debone area with coolant and tubs, and transporting finished product through scales and manifest areas.

You will work in a fast-paced poultry processing environment, requiring adherence to PPE, safety procedures, and company policies. Training provided; benefits on day one; long hours possible including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in poultry industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up debone area with coolant, tubs and transport, as required.
• Transport finished product to scales and manifest area.
• Move product for rework as needed.
• Maintain forklift in sanitary condition and replace battery when needed.
• Follow directions and cooperate with supervisors and other departments.

Skills

Self-motivation

Night/weekend shifts

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certified

Job description

## 1st shift - Forklift OperatorApply: Alabama - Decatur Prepared Foods Plant: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-69348**JOB INCENTIVES:*** Benefits available on Day 1* On-the-job training**PRIMARY FUNCTION:** Primarily responsible for operating fork lift equipment, setting up debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations. **RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:*** Responsible for setting up the debone area with coolant, tubs and the transportation of combos.* Responsible for transporting finished product to the scales and to the manifest area.* Responsible for moving product to be reworked.* Required to maintain forklift in sanitary manner and replace battery when needed.* Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers* Do all tasks assigned by members of management* Must be able to follow directions and work in other departments as needed.* Must be able to perform additional duties as assigned. **REQUIRED SKILLS:*** Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.* Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.* Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character. **PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:*** High School Diploma or equivalent.* Relative poultry industry experience.* Basic math functions and skills. **TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRMENTS:*** Fork lift certified. **SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:*** Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements* Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)* PPE required but subject to change: Hairnet, smock, earplugs **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Stand up to 8 hours.* Lift up to 60 lbs.* Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).* Exposure to wet and dusty environment.* Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.* Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).* Work around raw, live animal odors. Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45oF, 4oC)* Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift* Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production