Live Hanger 1st Shift

Wayne Farms; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms is seeking a production worker to hang live chickens in moving shackles at our facility. The role requires strict PPE usage and adherence to NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and all applicable laws. You will operate under safety standards and contribute to efficient processing.

This position involves night and weekend shifts, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 60 lbs. It provides hands-on poultry line experience in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Pick up chickens by the thighs and secure feet on moving shackles.
• Control hydraulic bar to maintain continuous product flow.
• Comply with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and laws.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong work ethic

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

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.