Cobb - Three Springs HATCHERY PROCESSING LABOR PR01

Tyson Foods•Rose, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hatchery Processing Labor position at Cobb Three Springs Farm inspects and processes eggs for incubation and chicks, and helps maintain and clean the hatchery. The work schedule is either Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday, typically 5:20 a.m. to 5:20 p.m., including holidays. Start and end times may vary, and the schedule may change based on production needs. This is a first-shift position. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. The job takes place in a biosecure environment. Employees must shower and change clothing and footwear before entering; the company provides appropriate clothing and footwear. Jewelry is not permitted except medical ID jewelry and body 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 role involves working on wet and slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy, and cold environments. Required personal protective equipment includes safety goggles and/or glasses, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear. Ear plugs and NIOSH-approved N95 particulate respirators are used as required. The role may involve exposure to disinfectants and other cleaning chemicals. Team members are expected to follow safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements, and to 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 permitted gap is extended to 18 months for applicants who were laid off or provided child or elder care. This work-history requirement does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students continuously for the past 36 months.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; use safe lifting techniques.
Must be willing to work scheduled weekends and holidays, and accept that start and end times and the work schedule may vary based on production needs.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the facility, avoid avian species under a signed agreement, and sign and follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
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.
Internal applicants receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

Grade and transfer eggs from pedigree flocks for hatch.
Inspect eggs for shell color, texture, streaks, shadings, discolorations, and size; assess yolk position and air-cell size; place suitable eggs in hatch buggies and set aside broken, dirty, or substandard eggs.
Enter egg and chick information using a touchscreen tablet.
Operate the tray washer and clean and sanitize setters, hatchers, egg rooms, tables, drains, and chick processing areas using tools such as brooms, power washers, scratch pads, and squeegees; remove eggshells.
Participate in hatch operations by wingbanding, vaccinating, and counting chicks, and delivering chicks to brooding houses.
Euthanize selected or substandard chicks using company-approved methods.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include cleaning the hatchery office, break room, and restrooms; sanitizing vehicles; and assisting with egg orders.