General Labor 2nd Shift

Farmer Focus; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

HSA / FSA options

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a 2nd shift General Labor to support our poultry production operations. You will work across multiple stations handling live hang, evisceration, debone, and other production tasks, following safety rules and PPE requirements. Overtime and some weekend work may be required.

The role requires 18+ years old eligibility to work in the U.S. and the ability to pass pre-employment checks. A strong safety mindset and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to learn and perform general labor duties.
• Ability to work in a poultry production environment.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime and some weekends.
• Ability to follow safety requirements, company policies, and department procedures.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to pass SVO pre-employment/post-offer checks.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Work at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• Perform assigned general labor duties in production areas (live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse).
• Handle live poultry, raw and/or cooked products depending on department assignment.
• Follow all safety requirements and use of PPE.
• Prevent and report unsafe acts, conditions, hazards, or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment and participate in safety programs.
• Support production needs by working shifts, overtime, and some weekends.

Skills

General Labor

Poultry Environment

Safety Procedures

Shift Flexibility

Job description

2nd Shift General Labor JobDescription

Job Title: General Labor
Department: Production
Reports To: Debone Superintendent
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: On Plant / Assigned Location(s)
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Shift / Schedule: 2ndShift
Travel Requirements: None
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The General Labor position works in a production area processing poultry products. This role may involve working with live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products depending on the assigned department and production needs. Typical assignments may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, and other production areas.

This role supports Farmer Focus production operations by helping process products safely, efficiently, and according to company standards. General Labor team members play an important role in maintaining product quality, supporting production flow, following safety procedures, and helping ensure a clean and safe work environment. This position usually works five to six days per week, and overtime may be required based on production needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Work at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products.
• Perform assigned general labor duties in production areas, which may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, or other areas as needed.
• Handle live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products depending on department assignment.
• Follow all safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment.
• Prevent and report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, or safety concerns.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related requirements as applicable.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Participate in company and department safety programs.
• Support production needs by working assigned shifts, overtime, and some weekends as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Compensation: $17.50 per hour

Additional Compensation

Additional Compensation: $1.50 per hour, shift differential

Benefits

Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

• Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to learn and perform general labor duties.
• Ability to work in a poultry production environment.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime and some weekends as required.
• Ability to follow safety requirements, company policies, and department procedures.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to pass SVO pre-employment/post-offer checks.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related production, manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, warehouse, or general labor experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to work in different production areas based on business needs.

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role may require working with live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products. Production areas may include wet and moist floors, metal and plastic grating surfaces, and other plant conditions. The team member may be exposed to temperatures ranging from approximately 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, including ambient and high-humidity conditions. The team member may handle product ranging from approximately 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit and may be exposed to noise levels ranging fromapproximately 50dB to 110dB.The team member may also be exposed to dust, feathers, and chemicals used in a poultry and food processing facility. This position may require physical labor, including standing forlong periods, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing ladders,liftingand carrying boxes, tools, equipment, and materials, and performing repetitive production tasks. Hearing and eye protective equipment arerequiredin the production area. Hair and beard nets arerequiredin the production area.Additionalpersonal protective equipment may berequiredbased on task, location, and safety requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded inservant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality.At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better.

EOE, including disability/vets