Forklft Operator 3rd Shift

Wayne Farms • Bryan, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for operating forklift equipment, setting up the debone area, and transporting finished product. The operator must always use and maintain personal protective equipment and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

Requirements

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
• Forklift certified.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
• Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
• Ability to roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
• Ability to work around raw, live animal odors.
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).
• Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift.
• Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

Responsibilities

• Setting up the debone area with coolant, tubs, and the transportation of combos.
• Transporting finished product to the scales and to the manifest area.
• Moving product to be reworked.
• Maintaining the forklift in a sanitary manner and replacing the battery when needed.
• Working cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Performing all tasks assigned by members of management.
• Following directions and working in other departments as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED