Farm Worker Peterson Farms 1st Shift Tecumseh NE

Tyson Foods; Nebraska; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Kentucky is seeking a Farm Worker Operator to care for Smart Chicken livestock and perform related tasks. You will read water meters, ensure birds have water and feed, and monitor equipment for proper operation across shifts.

Responsibilities include preparing houses for chick arrivals and load-out, outdoor maintenance, and adherence to welfare and biosecurity standards. OT availability and teamwork are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Farm or production experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely with equipment and follow instructions.
• Willingness to work overtime and be called in for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Read water meters.
• Pick up daily mortality.
• Check equipment operations for proper function.
• Ensure birds have water and feed.
• Prepare houses for new chick arrival and placement of new chicks.
• Prepare houses for bird load-out and reconditioning.
• Master and practice essential farm animal husbandry.
• Outdoor duties include mowing, grass trimming, snow removal.
• Adhere to Animal Welfare Standards and biosecurity regulations.

Skills

Operate equipment

Time management

Team player

Attention to detail

Overtime willingness

Observation skills

Job description

**Job Description**Pay: $19.15/hr **Job Description:** This position is responsible for all aspects of humanly raising and caring for the Smart Chicken livestock.* Read water meters* Pick up daily mortality* Check for proper equipment operations* Ensure birds have water and feed* Ensure all equipment is functional* Prepare houses for new chick arrival & placement of new chicks* Prepare houses for bird load-out and reconditioning* Master and practice essential farm animal husbandry* Outdoor duties include mowing, and grass trimming, snow removal* Adhere to all Animal Welfare Standards and biosecurity program regulations* Other duties as assigned **Requirements:** Ability to work and operate equipment safely and effectively* Ability to use time wisely while working independently* Willingness to function as part of a team and work toward team goals* Good observation skills and attention to detail, eager to learn new ideas* Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergencies as required* Must be willing to adhere to and support all company policies, programs, guidelines, and standards of conduct.**Farm Worker Operator: 6 months of production or farm experience preferred.** **Rehiring criteria: Applicant must not have worked for Tyson more than a total of 3 times prior. Applicants must also have completed at least 90 days since their last employment with Tyson.****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. 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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.**