About The Position

The Hatchery Worker performs various hatchery tasks while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Duties include culling unthrifty chicks from the chick line during processing to help ensure healthy chicks are sent to broiler operations, and cleaning and sanitizing incubation machines, hallways, the plenum hallway, drains, and other areas throughout the facility. The role is at Humboldt Hatchery in Tennessee and is scheduled for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Ten-hour workdays are required. The position pays $16.95 per hour. The work environment may be humid or moist, with common temperature extremes ranging from 65 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit. Personal protective equipment is provided at no charge. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work scheduled holidays that fall on a scheduled workday.
  • Applicants must meet the stated 180-day waiting period from their last termination date.
  • Applicants must meet the stated 3X rule: candidates cannot have worked for Tyson three times before.
  • Physical activities may include standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching.

Responsibilities

  • Cull unthrifty chicks from the chick line during processing to help ensure healthy chicks are sent to broiler operations.
  • Clean and sanitize the inside and outside of incubation machines, hallways, the plenum hallway, drains, and other facility locations.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and follow Tyson policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Prescription drug benefits
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