Poultry Line Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Utah; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Utah is seeking a Line Associate to disassemble poultry and perform a range of processing tasks as they rotate on the production line. The role requires physical stamina, willingness to work non-standard shifts and compliance with safety and PPE protocols.

This position offers 1st and 2nd shift options, benefits from day one, and on-the-job training. Previous poultry experience is preferred; High School diploma encouraged. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Previous poultry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform poultry processing tasks on the production line (e.g., debone or evisceration)
• Follow company policies, guidelines and legal requirements
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE at all times
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

Skills

Poultry processing

Safety procedures

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

1st Shift: 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Times may vary 2nd shift: 3:30 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. Times may vary Benefits available Day 1 On the job training Pay $18.60 -$20.35/hr.

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.

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms by applying online today.