Forklift Operator - Second Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Ellisville (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a forklift operator to support the debone area operations. The role includes setting up the debone zone with coolant and tubs, moving product to scales and manifest, and transporting finished goods while maintaining a clean, safe forklift area.

Employees must wear PPE, follow SOPs, and be capable of working nights, weekends, and extended shifts in a fast-paced poultry processing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work unsupervised and motivate yourself.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shifts.
• Demonstrates sound work ethic, honesty and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs and transportation of combos.
• Transport finished product to scales and the manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked and maintain forklift sanitation.
• Follow directions and work with supervisors; assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Night/weekend/holiday shifts

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certified

Job description

Shift Details & Pay Ranges = Listed BelowShift: SHIFT TIMES MAY VARYMonday through Friday - Shift Time: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM*** OCCASIONAL SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS***Pay Ranges:Entry through 4 years of Employment = $21.505 years through 9 years of Employment = $21.7510 years through 14 years of Employment = $22.0015 years through 19 years of Employment = $22.2520 plus years of Employment = $22.50PRIMARY 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.