Live Hang 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Benefits day one

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Palestine, TX, is seeking a hands-on poultry handler for our processing line. You will hang live chickens in moving shackles, manage feed on shackles, and ensure feet are secured while maintaining PPE and safety standards. Training is provided to new hires.

You must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, with a HS diploma or equivalent and basic math skills. Excellent attendance and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Hatchery or poultry industry experience preferred.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Hang live chickens in moving shackles.
• Operate hydraulic bar for continuous flow.
• Follow safety policies and animal welfare guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Strong work ethic

Night shifts

Weekend shifts

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

• $160.00 Attendance Bonus - (1st Shift) Pay $19.65 (2nd Shift) Pay $21.15
• Shift (1st) 5:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (2nd) 1:30 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

• $160.00 Attendance Bonus - (1st Shift) Pay $19.65 (2nd Shift) Pay $21.15
• Shift (1st) 5:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (2nd) 1:30 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

Primary Function

Responsible for hanging live chickens in moving shackles. 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

• Pick up chickens by their thighs, placing both feed onto moving shackles ensuring feet are securely caught.
• Control hydraulic bar with leg for continuous flow of product.
• Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

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

Preferred Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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.

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.