Cobb - Egg Driver (Hatchery) Bear Hollow Farm

Tyson Foods•Pineville, MO

About The Position

The Egg Driver (Hatchery) position at Bear Hollow Farm is responsible for picking up, delivering, inspecting, storing, and sanitizing eggs to determine their quality and fitness for incubation. The role also includes inventory and storage of eggs under controlled conditions, as well as sanitation of equipment and facilities. Other duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may change with or without notice based on operational needs. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:55 p.m. or until work is complete; schedules may change based on production needs. This is a first-shift role. Starting pay is $18.45 per hour, with additional shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. The jobsite is a biosecure environment requiring showering and changing clothing and footwear before entry. Company-provided clothing and footwear are provided. The employee must be willing to sign and follow company biosecurity and animal welfare agreements and avoid contact with avian species. The role requires regular standing on concrete floors, handling and moving heavy items, and working in varied conditions including wet, slippery, hot, dry, dusty, and cold environments. 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 facial covering. NIOSH-approved N95 respirators, cotton gloves, and rain suits may be worn as needed. Commonly used chemicals include formaldehyde, peroxide, disinfectants, vehicle fluids, and lubricants. The employee is expected to follow applicable safety policies and procedures and identify, address, and mitigate safety risks.

Requirements

At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional employment gaps greater than 6 months during the past 36 months. For applicants laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap allowance is 18 months.
The work-history requirement does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the last 36 months.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must regularly lift and carry egg crates weighing up to 50 pounds and push or pull egg racks weighing up to 1,000 pounds.
Must occasionally push or pull stacked chick boxes weighing up to 90 pounds and lift individual chick boxes weighing up to 15 pounds.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility; company-provided clothing and footwear are provided.
Must be willing to avoid avian species and sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.
Must use safe lifting techniques and follow safety policies and procedures.
Must be able to work on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold environments.
Must use the personal protective equipment required for the work.
Must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.
Rehire applicants must meet a minimum waiting period of 180 days; rehire is limited to no more than three times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.
Internal applicants receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

Pick up eggs from laying houses, traps, and cage sections and deliver them to the hatchery.
Operate the egg sanitizer by placing eggs on and removing eggs from a conveyor belt.
Grade eggs by observing shell color, quality, and texture and identify substandard eggs.
Place hatching eggs in buggies as identified by line, flock number, and/or hen number.
Pack eggs in cases for international orders and place broken, dirty, or other substandard eggs in disposal containers.
Load PS/SS eggs onto a truck and deliver them to the front egg room for pickup by an off-site driver.
Assist with loading PS/SS egg racks onto a truck for transport to an off-site hatchery.
Monitor hatchery temperature and humidity hourly and report issues as needed.
Operate the tray washer to wash and disinfect flats and hatcher trays.
Disinfect crates daily and conduct thorough cleaning weekly.
Operate the foamer to disinfect the egg van after each pickup.
Fumigate specified facility areas as required.
Use a high-pressure sprayer and water hose to 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.
Maintain a clean and organized work and break area.
Follow biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety requirements, including applicable Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO, and personal protective equipment procedures.