Poultry Line Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Decatur, Alabama is seeking a Line Associate to support poultry processing on the production line. You will participate in disassembly tasks and rotate through duties such as debone or evisceration as part of a safety‑conscious team.

Responsibilities include following company policies, USDA/animal welfare guidelines, and wearing PPE to maintain a zero‑accident culture. Weekend and extended shifts may be required; physical tasks involve lifting up to 50 lbs and working around wet,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous poultry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing such as debone or evisceration
• Perform all duties in compliance with Company policies and procedures, agency guidelines (i.e. NCC Animal Welfare, U.S.D.A, etc.) and Federal, State and local legal requirements
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly at all times in areas requiring PPE, helping to promote a zero accident culture
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

Skills

Poultry handling

Safety protocols

PPE usage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Line Associate is responsible for the disassembly of poultry and may perform a wide variety of poultry processing related tasks as they rotate on the production line.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing such as debone or evisceration
• Perform all duties in compliance with Company policies and procedures, agency guidelines (i.e. NCC Animal Welfare, U.S.D.A, etc.) and Federal, State and local legal requirements
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. non-slip footwear, earplugs, hair and beard nets, hardhats, etc.) correctly at all times in areas requiring PPE helping to promote a zero accident culture
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

EDUCATION And CERTIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

Experience And Skills

• Previous poultry experience preferred

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work non-standard shifts (weekends, holidays and extended shifts) as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Exposure to wet and cold environment, and work around raw and/or animal odors
• Exposure to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving equipment

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.