Manual Heavy Lifter- 2nd shift Tray Pack Acorn

Farmer Focus•Harrisonburg, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manual Heavy Lifter works in the Tray Pack department at the Acorn facility in an on-site, second-shift poultry production environment. The role supports the movement, handling, and processing of poultry products across assigned departments. Work may involve live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products. Assignments may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, and other production support areas. The position helps maintain safe, efficient product flow and supports daily production needs wherever assistance is required. The role involves repeated lifting of up to 50–60 pounds, along with bending, carrying, stacking, and other general labor. Work is conducted primarily in a poultry production environment, with potential exposure to wet and moist floors, metal and plastic grating, dust, chemicals, production noise, and temperatures ranging from 28 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, including ambient and 100% humidity conditions. Team members may handle products ranging from 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The position requires following safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment. Farmer Focus offers benefits that may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs, and internal learning, development, and career growth programs. Offerings are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and company policies.

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.
Must pass a post-offer drug and alcohol screening before starting employment.
Employment eligibility verification must be documented by the end of the third day of work, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Responsibilities

Lift up to 50–60 pounds repeatedly.
Work throughout various departments to assist where needed.
Adhere to all safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Prevent and report unsafe acts and conditions.
Follow Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related requirements.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Learn and perform all general labor duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.