Poultry Line Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day 1

On the job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms in North Carolina is seeking a Line Associate to support poultry processing on the production line, including disassembly work as assigned. You will rotate through tasks on the line and contribute to efficient operations.

Responsibilities include debone or evisceration duties, adherence to safety policies and USDA guidelines, and wearing required PPE. The role requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and to work non-standard shifts in a wet and cold environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous poultry experience preferred.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform production tasks such as debone or evisceration on the line.
• Follow all company policies, agency guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Wear PPE and follow safety protocols to promote a zero-accident culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: 1st Shift (Department times may vary)

• Live Hang, Picking, and Evis: 5:00am - 2:00pm


• Specialty and Debone: 7:00am - 4:00pm


• Freezing/Chilling, Preprice, Shipping: 8:00am - 6:00pm

Shift: 2nd Shift (Department times may vary)

• Live Hang, Picking, and Evis: 2:00pm - 10:00pm


• Specialty and Debone: 4:00pm - 1:00am (until finish)


• Freezing/Chilling, Preprice, Shipping: 6:00pm - 6:00am

Pay:

$18.10 - $25.25

• Benefits available Day 1


• On the job training

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.