Transfer Associate 2nd Shift

waynefarms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms is hiring for a poultry line position in Hazlehurst, MS. The role involves transferring eggs from egg buggies to setter machines and performing routine machine checks while maintaining PPE and factory safety standards.

Candidates should be able to work unsupervised, tolerate night/holiday shifts, and have a basic set of math skills. High School Diploma or equivalent and some poultry experience are preferred. Physical demands include standing long hours and lifting up to 60 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work without supervision and stay motivated.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shifts.
• Demonstrates sound work ethic and honesty.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine checks.
• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.
• Pull and push egg buggies.
• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, and buggies.
• Comply with company policies and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Non-standard shifts

Integrity & ethics

Education

High School Diploma

Poultry industry exposure

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for transferring a specified number of eggs from egg buggies to setter machine. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Perform machine checks.


• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.


• Pull and push egg buggies.


• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, buggies, etc.


• Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations.


• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.


• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.


• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience.


• Basic math functions and skills.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.


• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand up to 8 hours.


• Lift up to 60 lbs.


• Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).


• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.


• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.


• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).

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.