Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Ora (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a forklift operator to support the debone area operations. The role involves setting up the debone area, transporting finished products, and moving items to rework as needed. You will maintain the forklift, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with supervisors across departments.

Applicants should be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A high school diploma or equivalent and forklift certification are required, with preference for poultry processing

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklift equipment safely.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Relative poultry industry experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work in a wet, hot environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs and transport combos.
• Transport finished product to scales and the manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked as needed.
• Maintain forklift in sanitary condition and replace batteries as required.
• Follow directions from supervisors and assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Self-motivation

Unsupervised work

Dependability

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork lift 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.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, coworkersDo all tasks assigned by members of managementMust 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 REQUIRMENTS:Fork lift certified.SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirementsMust wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)PPE required but subject to change: Hairnet, smock, earplugsPHYSICAL 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 shiftWill be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving productionWe 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.