LIVE HANGER - grade 5

113 George's Chicken; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

George’s is hiring for a live hanger role to discern between live and dead chickens and hang the live ones on moving shackles. The job operates in a fast-paced setting and requires standing for long periods.

Adherence to company policies and animal welfare laws is essential, with no supervisory responsibilities and a published pay range of $20.70–$21.95 per hour. Accommodation requests can be made as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for several hours at a time.
• Ability to work in a dimly lit area, shoulder to shoulder with others.
• Ability to discern a live chicken from a dead chicken and handle animals safely.
• Compliance with all company policies and animal welfare laws.

Responsibilities

• Hang live chickens weighing 2-5 pounds on moving shackles in a fast-paced setting.
• Follow policies and procedures and adhere to animal welfare regulations.
• Maintain safe work practices during lengthy standing periods.
• Assist with workflow while ensuring accuracy and humane handling.
• Ensure proper shackle placement and separation of live vs dead poultry.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Observational abilities

Safety awareness

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

SUMMARY: The purpose of a live hanger is to discern between live and dead chickens and hang the live ones on moving shackles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be able to work in a fast paced setting hanging a live chicken weighing 2-5 pounds, on every 5th shackle
• Adhere to all George’s policies & procedures and all animal welfare laws & regulations.
• Must be able to stand for several hours at a time
• Must be able to work in a dimly lighted work area shoulder to shoulder with other employees
• Must be able to grasp a chicken at approximately waist level and hang a live chicken on a shackle at shoulder height
• Must be able to discern a live chicken from a dead chicken

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will not have supervisory responsibility.

PUBLISHED PAY RANGE

$20.70 - $21.95/hour

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required none

Preferred None

George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans

Welcome to George’s! We are excited you are here. For over 100 years, we have been passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious chicken products. Want to know our secret ingredient? Our people. Behind every success story, & company milestone, our people lead the way. As a multi-generational, family-owned company, we believe that "family" extends beyond traditional boundaries. Here, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity and are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where you can grow, learn, and be recognized for your hard work. Our products are beloved across the United States, reaching countless families through restaurant chains. At George’s, you have the chance of becoming a part of something bigger than yourself. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact locally while also seeing the influence of your work on a global scale. Welcome to George’s, where you’re not just joining a company—you’re becoming part of our family. We’re excited to grow together with you!