Cobb- Poultry Farm Crew Worker

Tyson•Spavinaw, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for catching, identifying, and moving birds during flock housing, pullet and spent hen removal, toe/beak trimming, and flock vaccinations. The work includes catching and loading birds for transport, scanning wingbands, attaching identification badges, vaccinating birds, trimming toenails and/or beaks, and euthanizing and disposing of pedigree birds as directed. Other duties may be assigned based on production needs. Additional farm crew duties may include collecting samples from euthanized birds, spreading shavings, checking and cleaning equipment, removing and replacing litter, sanitation, washing and disinfecting houses, disposing of mortality and trash, controlling vegetation, and operating farm vehicles and equipment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including holidays, and may change based on production needs. The position is on first shift. Starting pay is $18.45 per hour, with additional shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. The jobsite is biosecure. Employees must shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the facility; clothing and footwear are provided. Employees may not wear jewelry except medical ID jewelry and piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Candidates must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid contact with avian species and to follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines. Employees must follow safety policies and procedures, identify and address safety risks, and use required personal protective equipment. The role involves work on wet or slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold conditions.

Requirements

Must have at least 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps greater than 6 months during the past 36 months. For applicants laid off or providing child or elder care, the permitted gap is increased to 18 months.
The employment-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 of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must use safe lifting techniques and regularly bend or stoop to catch and carry birds weighing up to 18 pounds per hand and lift or carry catch frames and shavings weighing up to 12 pounds.
Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
Must comply with jobsite biosecurity procedures, including showering and changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility.
Must follow applicable safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO, 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 and may have worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods no more than 3 times.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Catch pullets and load them into a trailer for transport to the live haul bay.
Catch birds and hold them for vaccination, and perform vaccinations.
Catch birds, scan wingbands, attach identification badges with animal tag pliers, and place birds in pens, cages, or trailers as instructed during flock housing.
Remove wing and leg bands and badges from hens before live haul; catch spent hens and load them into trailers.
Operate a trimmer to trim birds’ toenails and/or beaks.
Catch and properly euthanize pedigree birds, transport them to the incinerator, and load the incinerator for disposal.
Obtain fat samples from euthanized birds for pesticide residue testing and spread shavings on trailer floors when assigned.
Check equipment fluid levels, filters, and tire pressure, and clean and disinfect equipment.
Perform other farm crew duties as assigned, including operating a dump truck, auger, tractor, forklift, or bobcat; removing litter; replacing shavings; sanitation; washing and disinfecting houses; disposing of mortality and trash; and controlling vegetation.
Follow company biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety requirements, including using required personal protective equipment and mitigating safety risks.