Poultry Line Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 2,562,336 - 2,768,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Line Associate in Tyler, Texas, responsible for disassembling poultry and performing various poultry processing tasks. The job requires adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment.

Shifts include first and second, and previous poultry experience is preferred but not essential. Candidates should be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, while lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Qualifications

• Previous poultry experience preferred.
• Ability to follow all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble poultry and perform poultry processing tasks.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry experience

Ability to work non-standard shifts

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT HOURS

1st shift: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

2nd shift: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM or 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM

SHIFT PAY

1st shift: $18.60 an hour

2nd shift: $20.10 an hour

BENEFITS (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 to help 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.