Utility Associate 3rd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, is looking for a team member responsible for filling in during staff absences. You'll work closely with the team to maintain a sanitary work environment and comply with company policies.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma (preferred), basic math skills, and the ability to perform various tasks in a fast-paced production environment. Join us for a role that includes training others and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Independently fill in and perform work while the regular worker is absent.
• Distribute knives prior to shift start and collect knives at shift end.
• Set up assigned lines with stands and ice.
• Train or cross-train incoming or current workers on new skills.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area around the assigned line.
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Ability to perform one or more functions of the deboning process

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate

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

Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for filling in or performing all jobs in the assigned area or department in the absence of the regular worker. Trains new and current associates on jobs in the 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 fill in and perform work while the regular worker is absent from the workstation.
• Distribute knives prior to shift start, swap out knives during shift, and collect knives at shift end.
• Set up assigned lines with stands and ice.
• Train or cross‑train incoming or current workers on new skills as needed.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area around the assigned line.
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

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

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Ability to perform one or more functions of the deboning process.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).
• Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2, and moving production equipment.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs repeatedly and climb steps.
• Ability to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bend.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.

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.