Cobb - Egg Driver (Hatchery) Bear Hollow Farm

Tyson•Pineville, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Egg Driver is responsible for picking up, delivering, inspecting, sanitizing, storing, and inventorying eggs to determine their quality and fitness for incubation. The position also maintains equipment and facility sanitation and monitors hatchery temperature and humidity. The role is based at Bear Hollow Farm and follows a first-shift schedule, Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:55 p.m. or until work is complete; schedules may change based on production needs. On alternate Wednesdays, the employee may perform Hatchery Processing duties. Other duties may be assigned or changed at any time. This is a biosecure worksite. Employees must shower 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 be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines. The work involves standing for most of the shift on concrete, walking, sitting, climbing in and out of a vehicle, handling objects and tools, reaching, balancing, and stooping. Employees regularly lift or carry egg crates up to 50 pounds and push or pull egg racks up to 1,000 pounds. They may occasionally push or pull stacked chick boxes up to 90 pounds and lift individual chick boxes up to 15 pounds. Work may take place on wet or slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, or cold conditions. Required protective equipment includes ear plugs, safety goggles and/or glasses, a face shield, chemical-resistant gloves and sleeves, a waterproof apron, rubber boots, and a company-provided face covering. NIOSH-approved N95 respirators, cotton gloves, and rain suits may be used as needed. Commonly used chemicals include formaldehyde, peroxide, disinfectants, vehicle fluids, and lubricants. Employees are expected to follow safety policies and procedures and identify and address safety risks.

Requirements

At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps greater than 6 months during the past 36 months; the allowed gap is extended to 18 months for applicants who were laid off or provided child or elder care.
Applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the last 36 months are exempt from the previous work-history requirement.
Rehire applicants must meet a minimum 180-day waiting period; no more than three prior periods of employment at Cobb/Tyson Foods are permitted.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must regularly lift or carry egg crates up to 50 pounds and push or pull egg racks up to 1,000 pounds; may occasionally push or pull stacked chick boxes up to 90 pounds and lift individual chick boxes up to 15 pounds.
Must be willing to follow biosecurity procedures, including showering and changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility, and to sign an agreement to avoid avian species.
Must be willing to sign and abide by company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
Must follow applicable safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Pick up eggs from laying houses, traps, and cage sections and deliver them to the hatchery.
Operate the egg sanitizer conveyor and grade eggs by shell color, quality, and texture; separate substandard eggs for disposal.
Place hatching eggs in buggies identified by line, flock number, and/or hen number, and pack eggs in cases for international orders.
Load PS/SS eggs onto a truck and deliver them to the front egg room for off-site pickup; assist with loading PS/SS egg racks for transport to an off-site hatchery.
Monitor hatchery temperature and humidity hourly and report issues.
Operate the tray washer; disinfect crates daily and clean them thoroughly weekly; foam and disinfect the egg van after each pickup; fumigate designated facility areas as required; and clean and sanitize the egg room and hatchery vehicles daily.
Remove waste at the end of the shift.
On alternate Wednesdays, perform Hatchery Processing duties.
Maintain the vehicle by checking fluid levels, filters, and tire pressure.
Keep the work and break areas clean and organized.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures and company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.