Cobb - 3rd Shift Hatchery Worker Pull Crew

Tyson Foods; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Disability coverage

Telehealth services

Mental health services

Well-being programs

401K & stock options

Life insurance

Education programs on day 1

Citizenship assistance

Beneplace discounts

Cobb Rewards

Referral bonuses

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

OT eligibility

Earned time off

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Hatchery Worker (Pull Crew) at the Wadesboro Hatchery in Wadesboro, NC. You will inspect chicks, pull and box them for processing, and sanitize trays and hatchery equipment to ensure quality and safety.

Position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work a 7:00PM or 11:00PM shift with weekends and holidays as needed. Prior ag/production experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps >6 months in the past 36 months.
• Must be available for in-person interview.
• Rehire criteria: minimum waiting period of 180 days.
• Rehire rule: no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Responsibilities

• Pull chicks and operate chick counter; handle chick boxes and place on belt.
• Operate box washer and maintain clean holding areas.
• Monitor temperatures in hatchers/setters and sanitize equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Chick handling

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Tools

Hatchery equipment operation

Job description

Job Details

Join the Cobb Family and Grow With Us! At Cobb, we're passionate about helping our team members thrive-both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every stage of life. The best part- you're eligible for benefits on day 1 of full time hire! Starting Pay : $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

What's in it for you?

• 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, we offer incentives such as Cobb Rewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off.

These are just a few of the ways we invest in YOU.

Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

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. Applicants must be available for in person interview.

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days.

Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Job Title

Hatchery Worker (Pull Crew) 3rd Job Group: PR02

Location

Wadesboro Hatchery, Wadesboro, NC

Schedule/Hours

Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday at 7:00PM and Monday at 11:00PM, including holidays until job is complete. Typically positions average 40 hours a week. Work schedule is subject to change based on production needs.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the inspection of chicks in the hatchers to ascertain quality and fitness for processing. Pull chicks and place in boxes for processing, properly dispose of substandard chicks, sanitize trays and hatchery equipment. Clean and disinfect setters and hatchers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pull chicks and operate chick counter; operate tray washer; remove chick boxes from hatchers and place them on belt. (50%)
• Operate box washer. (15%)
• Clean chick holding room. (15%)
• Operate a high pressure and regular water hose, monitor and record temperatures in the hatchers and setters, pad chick boxes, and maintain a clean and organized work area. (15%)
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. (5%)

TSA

Must agree to submit to a Security Threat Assessment (100%) Biosecurity/AnimaI Welfare Requirements/Safety.

The jobsite is a biosecure environment

The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear are 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

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates with agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly push or pull chick boxes weighing up to 125 lbs. Must push/pull stacks of chicks weighing up to 500 lbs. (on wheels). Must regularly lift up to 50 lbs. including overhead reaching. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand majority of shift (concrete floor); walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bend over; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools and Equipment

High Power hose, proficiency with operation of Hatchers and Setters.

Environment

Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments.

Personal Protective Equipment Required

Safet

Disc vs Non Disc: N Position reports to: Supv Hatchery