Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Hazlehurst, MS is seeking a reliable forklift operator to support our debone area and material flow. You will operate forklift equipment, set up the debone area with coolant and tubs, and transport finished product while following PPE requirements and all safety policies.

This role requires the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, a strong work ethic, and the capacity to collaborate with supervision and teammates in a wet, hot environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklift equipment safely.
• Adequate math skills for basic calculations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs and transport combos.
• Transport finished product to the scales and manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked.
• Maintain forklift in sanitary condition and replace battery when needed.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers.
• Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Shift flexibility

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certified

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for operating fork lift equipment, setting up debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for operating fork lift equipment, setting up debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Responsible for setting up the debone area with coolant, tubs and the transportation of combos.
• Responsible for transporting finished product to the scales and to the manifest area.
• Responsible for moving product to be reworked.
• Required to maintain forklift in sanitary manner and replace battery when needed.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers
• Do all tasks assigned by members of management
• Must be able to follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
• Must be able to perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Fork lift certified.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements
• Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• PPE required but subject to change: Hairnet, smock, earplugs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
• Work around raw, live animal odors. Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift
• Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.