WI General Labor Hatchery

Maple Leaf Farms; Kansasville (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Farms in Wisconsin is seeking a Production Worker to support daily operations in our poultry processing facility. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

You will lift 10 to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in hot, cold, or wet conditions while maintaining cleanliness and accuracy in repetitive tasks. Weekend shifts may be required on a rotation basis.

Qualifications

• Active listening and asking appropriate questions to supervisors.
• Speaking professionally and courteously to convey information.
• Ability to notice small details at close range and differentiate color.

Responsibilities

• Lifting trays of eggs and other materials as part of production tasks.
• Performing physical activities requiring arms and legs, including climbing, lifting, walking, and handling equipment.
• Wearing protective gear as required (hairnet, beard guard, masks, gloves, etc.).
• Work weekends and holidays as needed, usually on rotation.

Skills

Active listening

Professional communication

Detail orientation

Stamina/standing

Lifting 10–50 lbs

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

• Active listening: Giving full attention to what your supervisors are saying and asking questions as appropriate.
• Speaking: Talking to others in a professional and courteous manner to convey information.
• The ability to see small details at close range and differentiate color.
• The ability to stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects using both hands and good finger dexterity.
• The ability to lift 10 to 50 lbs. and repetitively lift 20 to 25 lbs. above head and below knee.
• The ability to work in hot, cold and or wet environment.
• The ability to use pressure hose and garden hose and work with production cleaning products.
• The ability to climb ladders and work on top of machinery
• The ability to count accurately, up to 100.
• The ability to work hours required, start time may vary when the process requires and working until the process is complete (no set time).

Work Activities

• Lifting trays of eggs and baskets of eggs or ducks to a height of approx. 6 ft. and as low as approx. 8 inches from the ground.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials, equipment and cleaning equipment.
• Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as hairnet, beard guard, dust mask, gloves, smocks, aprons, boots and ear & eye protection.
• Work weekends and holidays as needed, usually on a rotation basis.

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