Lineworker Backup Operator - 2nd Shift

Brakebush Brothers, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Brakebush Brothers, Inc. is seeking a Lineworker Backup Operator for the 2nd shift to support production lines across our Kentucky facilities. You will learn and perform backup positions as assigned on the chicken processing line.

This Nonexempt role requires standing, walking, bending, lifting and following safety rules in a high‑noise, variable‑temperature environment with PPE. Wage ranges from $20.17 to $24.14 per hour, with pay based on backup position; sponsorship for visas is not available.

Qualifications

• Must display a positive attitude and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist.
• Must meet the physical abilities evaluation requirements for this position.
• Must be able to successfully complete all required training.
• Pre-employment drug test and background check required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Separate and sort chicken parts on conveyor belt.
• Remove un-battered or seconds pieces and pack as specified.
• Prepare boxes for packers by staging boxes, bags and labels ahead.
• Pack individual pieces in portion packs according to specifications.
• Assist in changing packing area from bulk to portion pack.
• Keep work area clean.
• Job requires frequent repetitive bending, lifting and twisting throughout the shift.
• Assist in sanitizing area, as required.
• Work in other departments or perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Stamina

Mobility

Job description

Title: Lineworker Backup Operator - 2nd Shift Req ID:10254

Classification: Nonexempt

Hours:1:28pm - 9:58pm. Will vary depending on line assignment

Wage: $20.17 per hour, pay up to $24.14 depending on backup position being performed

Job Summary: Will work on various locations on production line, performing such duties as arranging/straightening chicken parts and/or packing finished product according to specifications. This position must be capable of learning and performing additional roles and responsibilities and have the desire to move into higher level positions; such as learning how to operate machines, pallet jacks or other positions as necesary. Individuals will be paid the appropriate salary based on the position.

Job Duties:

Separate and sort chicken parts on conveyor belt.

Remove un-battered or seconds pieces from line and pack them as specified.

Prepare boxes for packers by staging boxes, bags and labels ahead.

Pack individual pieces in portion packs according to specifications.

Assist in changing packing area from bulk to portion pack.

Keep work area clean.

Job requires frequent repetitive bending, lifting and twisting throughout the work shift.

Assist in sanitizing area, as required.

Work in other departments or perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:High noise exposure, temperature variations from warm to cool to extremely cold and slippery floors are present. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment, as necessary or required.

Qualifications: Employee must display a positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must meet the physical abilities evaluation requirements for this position. Must be able to successfully complete all required training.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug testand background check arerequired.

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.

Please see our Benefits Page to learn more about the amazing Health and Wellness Benefits offered to our employees!

Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law.