Poultry Line Associate-1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day One

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Line Associate to participate in poultry processing on the production line in Palestine, Texas. The role involves disassembly of poultry and rotation through tasks such as debone and evisceration, with focus on safety, PPE, and adherence to NCC Animal Welfare and USDA guidelines.

The position requires the ability to work non-standard shifts, including weekends and holidays, and may involve lifting up to 50 lbs in a wet, cold environment with animal odours.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing such as debone or evisceration.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly at all times to promote a zero accident culture.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures, agency guidelines (NCC Animal Welfare, USDA, etc.) and Federal, State and local legal requirements.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:(1st Shift) Pay $18.75 (2nd Shift) Pay $20.25Shift (1st) 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (2nd) 4:30 p.m.- 1:00 a.m.Benefits available Day OneOn the job trainingPRIMARY 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 assignedEDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not requiredEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:• Previous poultry experience preferredSAFETY REQUIREMENTS:• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatoryPHYSICAL 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 equipmentWe 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.