Cobb - Hatchery Worker (night shift)

Tyson Foods•Cleveland, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for cleaning the chick room, setting up Sexor counters, transferring baby chicks from hatchers to the chick room, setting eggs, and loading and unloading egg and chick trucks. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, including holidays, beginning at 6:00 p.m. and continuing until the job is complete. Positions typically average 40 hours per week, and schedules may change based on production needs. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. The hatchery is a biosecure environment. Team members 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 agree to avoid avian species and follow company biosecurity and animal-welfare guidelines. The role requires following safety policies, identifying and mitigating safety risks, and using required protective equipment when handling chemicals. The work includes regular standing on concrete floors and exposure to wet and slippery surfaces, as well as hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold environments. Physical tasks include lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, pushing or pulling 500–1,000 pounds, overhead lifting, and frequent standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, and bending. Safety goggles, face shields, chemical gloves, waterproof aprons, and rubber boots are required when handling chemicals; ear plugs and earmuffs are used as needed.

Requirements

At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps greater than six months in the past 36 months. The gap limit is extended to 18 months for applicants laid off or providing child or elder care. This 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, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to lift and move 50 pounds and push or pull 500–1,000 pounds; overhead lifting is required.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility.
Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and follow company biosecurity and animal-welfare guidelines.
Must follow safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lock out Tag out, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.
Rehire applicants must meet a minimum waiting period of 180 days; candidates may have worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods no more than three times.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize hatchery equipment using high-pressure and regular water hoses.
Transfer baby chicks from hatching baskets to chick boxes.
Monitor and record temperatures in hatchers and setters.
Set eggs.
Pad chick boxes and follow the fogging schedule.
Operate the macerator, chick counter, and tray washer.
Clean out and break down hatchers for sanitation.
Maintain foot pans and hand sanitizers, and keep the work area clean and organized.
Load and unload egg and chick trucks.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, and identify, address, and mitigate safety-related risks.
Follow company biosecurity and animal-welfare guidelines.