Forklift Operator 2-3

Wayne Farms LLC; Ora (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is hiring for a production role focused on forklift operation and debone-area setup in a poultry facility. You will handle coolant, tubs, and the transportation of combos, ensuring smooth workflow and product movement through scales and manifest areas.

The role requires adherence to PPE protocols, safety policies, and coordination with supervisors and teammates across departments. Flexibility for extended hours and weekend work is essential.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required to operate lift safely.
• Ability to work unsupervised and stay motivated during shifts.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours.
• Cooperate with supervisors and coworkers in a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up debone area with coolant and tubs; transport combos.
• Move finished product to scales and manifest area.
• Transport products to be reworked as needed.
• Maintain forklift in sanitary condition and replace battery timely.
• Follow directions and work across departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift certified

Self-motivation

Night/weekend/holiday hours

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.