Manual Heavy Lifter- 1st Shift Thin Slice Acorn
About The Position
The Manual Heavy Lifter works in a poultry production area, supporting the movement, handling, and processing of product across assigned departments. The role may involve live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products in a fast-paced environment. Assignments may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Thin Slice, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, and other production support areas. The position helps maintain safe, efficient product flow and supports daily production needs. The role is based on-site at the Acorn Facility and works first shift in the Thin Slice department. It requires repeated lifting of up to 50–60 pounds, physical labor, and the use of required personal protective equipment. Work takes place in a poultry production environment with potential exposure to live poultry, raw and cooked products, wet floors, grating surfaces, dust, chemicals, production noise, and a wide range of temperatures. Farmer Focus describes its culture as grounded in servant leadership and guided by its CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. The company states that its priorities are people, safety, and quality, and that it is committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken.
Requirements
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to perform repeated lifting, bending, carrying, and stacking.
- Related production, manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, warehouse, palletizing, or general labor experience.
- Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to pass a drug and alcohol screening after the offer and before starting employment.
Responsibilities
- Lift up to 50–60 pounds repeatedly.
- Work throughout various departments to assist where needed.
- Adhere to safety requirements, including using required personal protective equipment.
- Prevent and report unsafe acts and conditions.
- Follow Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management requirements.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Learn and perform all general labor duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Weekly payroll
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Semi-subsidized medical coverage
- Dental and vision plan options
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Education reimbursement opportunities
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Internal learning, development, and career growth programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
