Live Hanger

Wayne Farms; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Alabama is seeking an entry-level Hatchery Worker responsible for hanging live chickens in moving shackles. You will wear PPE and follow NCC guidelines, company policies, and applicable laws, performing tasks to ensure safe, humane processing.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work nights, weekends and extended shifts, and the ability to stand for long periods. Prior poultry experience is a plus; training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work without supervision and stay motivated.
• Demonstrates reliable work ethic and integrity.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Hang live chickens in moving shackles while ensuring feet are secured.
• Operate hydraulic bar to maintain continuous product flow.
• Follow all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and laws.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Strong work ethic

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High School Diploma

Poultry experience preferred

Basic math skills

Job description

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.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• 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.