Cobb - Hatchery Processing

Tyson Foods; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Free Telehealth Services

Free Mental Health Services

401K & Stock Options

Company Paid Life Insurance

Free Education starting on day one (up

Citizenship Assistance

Job summary

Tyson Foods Cobb in the United States is seeking process-oriented workers for the chick processing line. The role involves transferring chicks, grading for defects, vaccinating birds with robots, and performing toe trimming as needed.

The position requires at least 12 months of continuous work with one employer and may include variable schedules. Benefits, shift differentials, and opportunities for overtime are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no major gaps in the past 36 months.
• If applicant was laid off or providing child/elder care, the employment gap may be extended to 18 months.
• Rehire criteria includes a minimum waiting period of 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Transfer chicks from boxes to grading wheel.
• Grade newly hatched chicks for defects.
• Operate robot to vaccinate and beak-treat birds per order.
• Perform toe trimming for identification if required.
• Dub/mark male birds per customer order.
• Maintain a clean work area and assist with day-to-day poultry processing.

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 : $17.00 ($17.45 effective November 1st) per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

What’s in it for you?

Our competitive benefits include:

• 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.

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.

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days.

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

Company: Cobb

Location: Tennessee Hatchery, Lafayette, TN

*Schedule effective January 3, 2027: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Current Schedule: Monday-Thursday

Hours: Shift usually begins between 4:30am to 5:30am until the job is complete. This position averages 35-40 hours per week and includes working holidays. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Position Summary:

• This position is responsible for processing chicks and clean work area by performing all essential duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transfer chicks from boxes to grading wheel. (25%)


• Grade newly hatched chicks for defects. (25%)


• Operate robot to vaccinate, beak treat birds per customer order. (25%)


• Performs toe trim for identification purposes if required. (15%)


• Dub/Mark male birds per customer order. (5%)

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities:

• These may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Such as: process byproduct chicks, properly euthanize weak/ill birds in accordance with company policy, despur male birds according to customer order, fill in when lead is on vacation/absent, mixes day one vaccine, clean day one lab, check nitrogen level, check refrigerator temperature, make gel, keep inventory of vaccine, occasionally operate a high pressure and regular water hose, maintain a clean and organized work area, wash robot parts. (5%)

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

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly lift and stack chick boxes (wheeled dolly) weighing up to 15 pounds and will occasionally be required to push or pull stacks of boxes up to 125 pounds. 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; 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: PSP, MPSP, Toe Trimming Machine, Snippers, High Pressure Hose, Water Hose


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


• Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, Safety goggles, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, rubber boots, and ear plugs will be used as needed. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.


• Chemicals Commonly Used: Day one vaccines, dyes, dish soap.


• Safety: TM is 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. TM is expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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