Early-Morning Live Hanger: Humane Poultry Processing

0003 Tyson Farms, Inc.; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Live Hanger to hang live poultry onto moving shackles on the processing line while ensuring animal welfare and product quality. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds in a cold, wet plant environment.

The successful candidate will work at Tyson Foods with shift starts around 4:30 AM and may receive incentive pay in addition to hourly wages. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Hang live birds on processing shackles as per line speed requirements.
• Maintain animal welfare and humane handling procedures.
• Observe birds for injury or distress and report concerns.
• Follow safety, food safety and quality standards.

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a Live Hanger to hang live poultry onto moving shackles on the processing line while ensuring animal welfare and product quality. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds in a cold, wet plant environment.

The successful candidate will work at Tyson Foods with shift starts around 4:30 AM and may receive incentive pay in addition to hourly wages. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs.