Poultry Processing Technician — Night Shift, PPE & Safety

waynefarms; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms is seeking a hands-on Poultry Line Worker to hang live chickens on moving shackles, maintain PPE, and follow NCC Animal Welfare guidelines and all applicable laws. You will handle birds safely, manage the hydraulic bar for continuous flow, and perform duties as assigned in a fast-paced hatchery setting.

This role requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and extended shifts, with lifting up to 60 lbs and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick up chickens by their thighs, placing both feed onto moving shackles ensuring feet are securely caught.
• Control hydraulic bar with leg for continuous flow of product.
• Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Work ethic

Shift flexibility

Education

HS diploma

Poultry experience

Basic math

Job description

Wayne Farms is seeking a hands-on Poultry Line Worker to hang live chickens on moving shackles, maintain PPE, and follow NCC Animal Welfare guidelines and all applicable laws. You will handle birds safely, manage the hydraulic bar for continuous flow, and perform duties as assigned in a fast-paced hatchery setting.

This role requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and extended shifts, with lifting up to 60 lbs and standing for long periods.