Poultry Line Associate- 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Dobson (NC); On-site; USD 20,855 - 29,702; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day 1

On the job training

Referral Bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Dobson, North Carolina, is looking for a Line Associate. The primary role includes disassembly of poultry while adhering to safety protocols and company policies. Previous poultry experience is preferred but not mandatory.

This position offers benefits from day one and a starting pay rate of $18.35. Candidates should be prepared to work flexible shifts and meet physical requirements. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Previous poultry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing.
• Perform all duties in compliance with Company policies and regulations.
• Follow safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment.

Skills

Poultry processing experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS

• First Shift Hours are typically 8am to 5pm
• Second Shift Hours are typically 5pm to 2am
• Benefits available Day 1
• On the job training
• Referral Bonus up to $1,000
• Starting payrate $18.35

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.