Poultry Line Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Union Springs (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits day one

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Alabama is seeking a Line Associate to support poultry processing on the production line, performing tasks such as debone or evisceration as the line rotates. Pay starts at $17.35/hour plus a $1,500 sign-on/stay bonus, with comprehensive benefits from day one.

Responsibilities include learning production tasks, adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines, wearing PPE, and performing other duties as assigned.

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 processing experience

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• PAY: ($18.50 - $20.65) + $1,500 Sign & Stay Bonus
• 1st: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
• 2nd: 4:30PM - 2:00AM

• PAY: ($18.50 - $20.65) + $1,500 Sign & Stay Bonus
• 1st: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
• 2nd: 4:30PM - 2:00AM
• Benefits available day 1

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. Pay starts at $17.35 per hour along with a $1,500 sign and stay bonus program. Wayne Sanderson Farms offers competitive compensation and benefits starting day one including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid vacation and holidays and a 401k savings plan.

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.