Cobb - 3rd Shift Hatchery Worker (Hatcher Cleaners)

Tyson Foods; Monticello (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) & Stock options

Paid vacations

Job summary

Cobb is seeking a dedicated team member at Kentucky Hatchery in Monticello to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of hatchery facilities. The role emphasizes thorough cleaning, data recording, and safe handling practices across the shift.

Responsibilities include operating a pressure washer, managing hatchery rooms and dollies, and assisting the Pull Crew. The position requires reading and recording data regularly and adherence to company safety and biosecurity guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps >6 months in past 36 months.
• If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the gap increases to 18 months.
• Rehire criteria: max 3 times at Cobb/Tyson Foods; previous agricultural or production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize hatchers and hallways with a pressure washer (25%).
• Clean and sanitize the holding room, box room and approx. 200 dollies weighing up to 5 lb (25%).
• Pull ~42 buggies of empty hatcher trays weighing ~150 lb back to hatcher rooms (25%).
• Read, write and record data from setters/hatchers every 3 hours; pull ~36 stacks of 40 chick boxes for Pull Crew (15%).
• Properly euthanize weak/ill chicks per policy; perform breakouts and data entry into CHS/EDM; assist Pull Crew when needed (10%).

Job description

Job Details

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Free Telehealth Services
• Free Mental Health Services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• 401K & Stock Options
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Free Education starting your first day on 175 -degree programs
• Citizenship Assistance
• Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace
• Additionally,
• Cobb Rewards
• New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holidays
• Overtime Eligibility
• Earned Time Off

These are just a few of the ways we invest in YOU. Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first.

Requirements

Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months. If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months. Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days. Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Company

Cobb

Location

Kentucky Hatchery, Monticello, KY

Schedule

Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

Hours

Beginning at 9:30 pm – until the job is complete. Averages 10 hours per shift. Work schedule is subject to change upon production needs.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the hatchery. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes the hatchers and hallways with a pressure washer (25%).
• Cleans and sanitizes the holding room, box room and approximately 200 dollies weighing up to approximately 5 pounds (25%).
• Pull approximately 42 buggies of empty hatcher trays weighing approximately 150 pounds back to the hatcher rooms (25%).
• Must be able to read, write and record data from setters and hatchers every three hours and pull out approximately 36 stacks of 40 chick boxes for the Pull Crew (15%).
• Properly euthanize weak/ill chicks in accordance with company policy, performing breakouts, data entry into CHS and EDM, washes toughs, occasionally cleans setter tops and helps Pull Crew, when needed (10%).

Other Duties, Responsibilities and Activities

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, such as: Properly euthanize weak/ill chicks in accordance with company policy, performing breakouts, data entry into CHS and EDM, washes toughs, occasionally cleans setter tops and helps Pull Crew, when needed (10%).

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements/Safety

The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing.

Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly pull empty hatchers trays on casters weighing approximately 200 pounds. Must regularly lift dollies weighing 5 pounds. Must be able to regularly bend, stoop and reach above head. Must be able to obtain scissor lift certification. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand majority of shift (concrete floor); walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus. Must have good communication skills to accurately convey opinions and concerns.

Tools and Equipment

Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments. Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, ear plugs and rubber boots are required. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed. Safety glasses are required.

Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants and foamers. Safety: Will be trained to recognize and comply with all safety policies. Team members are expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include, but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and Personal Protective Equipment. Team members are expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Cobb-Vantress, Inc. (Cobb). is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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