Cobb - 1st Shift Hatchery Processing

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Wadesboro, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for processing chickens, including grading, vaccination, and toe trimming. The schedule is Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, including holidays, beginning at 6:00 AM until the work is complete. The position averages 35 hours per week; hours may change according to hatchery needs, and responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule. This role is located at the Wadesboro Hatchery and is limited to team members currently working at this facility or complex. The jobsite is a biosecure environment. Employees must shower onsite and change clothing and footwear before entering; the company provides appropriate clothing and footwear. Jewelry is prohibited except medical ID jewelry and piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Employees must agree to avoid avian species and sign and follow the company’s Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines. Training is provided on safety procedures. The position requires standing for most of the shift on a concrete floor, regularly pushing or pulling a basket of chicks weighing up to 125 pounds, and working on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold environments. Required protective equipment when handling chemicals includes safety glasses, safety goggles, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and rubber boots; earplugs are used as needed. Chemicals used at the facility include formaldehyde, disinfectant, lubricants, and Virocid. The role requires following applicable safety policies, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Personal Protective Equipment procedures, and identifying, addressing, and mitigating safety risks. Starting wage is $17.45 per hour. Benefits include paid time off and 401(k), health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits. Relocation assistance and referral payout are not available for this position.

Requirements

Good communication skills to accurately convey opinions and concerns.
Agree to submit to a Security Threat Assessment.
Be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and abide by company Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines.
Be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including regularly pushing or pulling a basket of chicks weighing up to 125 pounds.
Use safe lifting techniques.
Be available to work Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, including holidays, starting at 6:00 AM until the job is complete; the schedule may change based on hatchery needs.
Have at least 12 consecutive months of work experience with one employer, with no employment gaps exceeding six months; stated exceptions include layoffs, attending school, or the birth of a child.
Be available for an in-person interview.
Have no disciplinary actions within the last six months.
Be a current team member working at this facility or complex.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Place hatching eggs in properly labeled buggies.
Process chicks by grading, vaccinating (operating a robot), weighing, and performing toe trims.
Prepare chick boxes and count by-products.
Operate the macerator.
Operate high-pressure and regular water hoses.
Make and cut vitamin gel.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, and identify, address, and mitigate safety-related risks.
Follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.