Cobb - Poultry Farm Worker - Southwest Farm (Washbay)

Cobb; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Free Telehealth

Free Mental Health Services

401K

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Education programs on day 1

Citizenship Assistance

Discounts on programs/services

Cobb Rewards

Referral bonuses

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

OT eligibility

Earned Time Off

Job summary

The Cobb family is hiring entry-level general laborers in Arkansas. You will perform selection, vaccination, and blood pull movements for Cobb products on contract farms, following strict biosecurity and safety guidelines.

The shift is 5:00 am–1:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with potential overtime and holiday coverage. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with additional shift differentials for evenings, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer.
• No employment gaps greater than 6 months in the past 36 months (18 months if laid off or caregiving).
• Rehire criteria: minimum 180 days wait; no more than 3 Cobb/Tyson Foods stints.

Responsibilities

• Performs selection, vaccination, blood pull, movement and cleaning of Cobb products/facilities.
• Loads Cobb products into modules and onto trucks for transport to processing plants.
• Cleans and disinfects Cobb poultry houses, vehicles, modules and equipment.
• Participates in additional tasks such as weighing, sample collection, and safety compliance.

Skills

General labor

Safety awareness

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?

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

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

Schedule

Monday through Friday

Hours

5:00 am – 1:00 pm including Holidays. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Position Summary

• This position provides general labor in the selection, vaccination, blood pull movements of all the Cobb products housed at Cobb contract farms. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs selection, vaccination, blood pull, movement, clean out of all Cobb products/facilities. (35%)
• Loads Cobb products into modules and on to the truck for transport to designated processing plant. (35%)
• Cleans and disinfects Cobb poultry houses, vehicles, modules and equipment. (20%)
• Duties may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Such as: Participates in research trials weighing meat, handling knives and reading scales as needed, sprays insecticides as needed, collects samples of surface area with drag swabs or swabs birds for health inspection. (10%)

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare/Safety Requirements

• The jobsite is a bio secure 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

• Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly be able to lift and/or move 30 pounds and may be required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk majority of shift (concrete floor); sit; use hands to handle or feel objects and controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; climbing/ladder usage; talk or hear; drive a vehicle within the farm complex. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and work in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy and cold environments.
• Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, and rubber boots are required. Ear plugs will be used as required. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.
• Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants such as Synergize, Lysol, bleach, etc.
• 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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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.

Benefits Summary

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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