Utility Associate-2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Oakwood (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day One

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Oakwood, Texas, is seeking a flexible team member to fill in and perform all jobs in the deboning area when the regular worker is absent. The role includes training new and current associates and ensuring work is performed in accordance with company policies and NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines.

The ideal candidate can work unsupervised, lift up to 60 lbs, and handle a wet, cold environment while maintaining clean, safe workstations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently fills in and performs work while regular worker is absent.
• Distributes knives prior to shift start, swaps out knives during shift, and collects knives at end of shift.
• Sets up assigned lines with stands and ice.
• Trains/cross-trains incoming or current workers on new skills as needed.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work area around assigned line.
• Performs all work in compliance with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Self-motivation

Night shift

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:Monday-Friday 1:00pm-9:30pmPay Rate-$18.95Benefits available Day OneOn the job trainingPRIMARY FUNCTION:Primarily responsible for filling in/performing all jobs in assigned area/department in absence of regular worker. Trains new and current associates on jobs in area as needed. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:Independently fills in and performs work while regular worker absent from workstation.Distributes knives prior to shift start, swaps out knives during shift and collects knives at end of shiftSets up assigned lines with stands and iceTrains/cross-trains incoming or current workers on new skills as neededMaintains clean and sanitary work area around assigned linePerforms all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.Other duties as assignedEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not requiredBasic math skillsEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:Ability to perform one or more functions of deboning processDemonstrated leadership abilitiesAbility to work unsupervised and self-motivateAbility to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hoursSound work ethic, honesty and moral characterSAFETY REQUIREMENTS:Follow departmental and company safety policies and programsMust wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Stand up to 8 hoursLift up to 60 lbsWork in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipmentAbility to lift 10 lbs repeatedly and climb stepsAbility to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bendWork around raw, live animal odorsWe 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.