Forklift Operator - First Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Laurel (MS); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wayne Farms LLC in Laurel, MS is seeking a Forklift Operator for first shift. You will operate forklift equipment, set up the debone area, and transport finished product while adhering to safety rules and PPE requirements.

The role includes weekends/overtime as needed and requires the ability to work in a wet, hot, and noisy meat-processing environment. Qualified candidates typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and forklift certification, with poultry-industry experience preferred.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs and transportation of products.
• Transport finished product to scales and manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked as needed.
• Maintain forklift in sanitary condition and replace battery when needed.
• Follow directions and cooperate with supervisors and other departments.

Conocimientos

Self-motivation

Night/weekend/holiday hours

Strong work ethic

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Fork lift certified

Descripción del empleo

Forklift Operator - First Shift# Careers## Forklift Operator - First ShiftApply: Mississippi - Laurel Plant: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 11, 2026 (6 days left to apply): 2026-70138**Shift Details & Pay Ranges = Listed Below****Shift: SHIFT TIMES MAY VARY**Monday through Friday - Shift Time: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM\\*\\*\\* OCCASIONAL SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS\\*\\*\\* **Pay Ranges:**Entry through 4 years of Employment = $20.005 years through 9 years of Employment = $20.2510 years through 14 years of Employment = $20.5015 years through 19 years of Employment = $20.7520 plus years of Employment = $21.00 **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 REQUIRMENTS:*** 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.