Cobb - Laying Lead - Cherokee Farm

Tyson Foods•Gentry, AR

8d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Cobb - Laying Lead - Cherokee Farm Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended . Job Details: Join the Cobb Family and Grow with Us! At Cobb, we’re passionate about helping our team members thrive—both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every stage of life. The best part- you’re eligible for benefits on day 1 of full-time hire! Starting Pay : $21.20 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends. What’s in it for you? Our competitive benefits include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Free Telehealth Services Free Mental Health Services Well-Being Support Programs 401K & Stock Options Company Paid Life Insurance Free Education starting your first day on 175 -degree programs Citizenship Assistance Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace Additionally, we offer incentives such as Cobb Rewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off. These are just a few of the ways we invest in YOU. Ready to take the next step? Apply today and become part of the Cobb family! Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview. Requirements: Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months. If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months. Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days. Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods. Company: Cobb Schedule : Monday through Friday occasional holidays, on call every third weekend Hours : 6:30am – 3:30 pm Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs. Position Summary : This position is responsible in assisting with supervising, supporting, and training Laying House Worker Team Members engaged in attending to and caring for birds in laying. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months. If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months.
Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days.
Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.
Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English .
Must be able to understand and communicate safety instructions, safety trainings, and team directives.

Nice To Haves

Lead or management experience in a production or farm setting preferred
Proven ability to make confident, independent decisions
Ability to send professional emails and use computer systems for record keeping and ordering supplies (e.g., Excel, SAP, QAP, TMS, FPS, CHS).
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Monitor inventory levels and proactively order supplies and stock as needed.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work with and manage diverse personalities effectively
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with vendors and internal staff.
Physical ability to lift and move items as required.

Responsibilities

Administrative duties as assigned by Farm Manager. (25%)
Spends time in laying houses daily to ensure Laying Caretakers are properly trained and are executing good management practices each day in order to ensure satisfactory flock performance and quality of eggs produced. (25%)
Supervises and assists with: Feeding and watering birds according to schedules; walk houses daily, ensure mortality is being removed; ensure records information such as bird weight, eggs produced, feed intake and mortality are being properly recorded. (10%)
Collection of bird and environmental samples and assists in shipping and or transporting these samples to lab.
Performs routine housekeeping duties and insures outside appearance of the farm meets Farm Manager’s expectations. (15%)
Assist with cleaning and disinfecting houses to prepare for birds (5%)
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, such as assisting with all duties of the laying caretakers; sanitation of equipment and vehicles; properly euthanize weak/ill birds in accordance with company policy; drives company vehicle on the farm and outside the farm for repair parts and supplies; assists with scheduling of absent team members; runs feed to houses so birds have the correct feed.
Assist Farm Manager in providing required training to all Team Members working on the farm. (20%)
Must maintain 4 attendance points or less