Full-Time Turkey Farm Associate – Competitive Pay & Benefits

Columbus Manufacturing Corp; Hawick (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods is seeking a Farm Worker to join our team in Minnesota. This full-time, hourly position supports the Farm Manager and assists with daily chores, operating equipment, and caring for live turkeys.

The base pay starts at $20.15 per hour, with opportunities for growth within a global food company. Applicants must be at least 18, authorized to work in the United States, and able to lift up to 40 lbs, walk on uneven surfaces, and comply with all safety and biosecurity protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable means of transportation to and from assigned farm.
• Good attendance records.
• Able to work 7 days/week with some varied hours and with some weekends and holidays.
• Possess a level of math, reading, and writing skills necessary to successfully perform record keeping task required of the position.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs from floor to waist height frequently, with occasional lifts from floor to full extension.
• Able to wear eye and respiratory protection equipment on a continuous basis.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Preferred: Valid driver's license.
• Preferred: High school diploma or actively enrolled in high school, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Help perform daily chores as assigned by farm management.
• Assist with maintaining litter for optimal conditions for turkeys.
• Record daily information in flock books for record keeping.
• Operate machinery and equipment when required.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Follow all Live Production processes and procedures.
• Follow all biosecurity guidelines, including showering before work each day and using company boots and scrubs in barns.
• Perform other duties as instructed and assigned by management.
• Handle and care for live turkeys in accordance with established animal welfare guidelines.
• Have open communication with fellow employees and farm management.
• Conduct yourself in a positive, team oriented manner.

Skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Flexible schedule

Reliable transportation

Attendance records

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Walking on uneven surfaces

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hormel Foods is seeking a Farm Worker to join our team in Minnesota. This full-time, hourly position supports the Farm Manager and assists with daily chores, operating equipment, and caring for live turkeys.

The base pay starts at $20.15 per hour, with opportunities for growth within a global food company. Applicants must be at least 18, authorized to work in the United States, and able to lift up to 40 lbs, walk on uneven surfaces, and comply with all safety and biosecurity protocols.