Cobb - Farm Crew Worker

Tyson Foods•Deer Lodge, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Poultry Farm Worker is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting poultry houses, removing used litter, placing new shavings, assisting with bird movement, maintaining farm equipment, and performing groundskeeping and other farm tasks. The position is based at the Tennessee Pedigree Complex in Deer Lodge, Tennessee, and reports to the Production Manager, Pedigree. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, including holidays, from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; schedules may change based on production needs. This is a first-shift, nonexempt position. The role operates in a biosecure environment. Employees must shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the facility; the company provides appropriate clothing and footwear. Employees must agree to avoid contact with avian species and comply with company biosecurity and animal-welfare guidelines. The work involves wet, slippery floors and hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold conditions, as well as working around equipment and livestock. Required protective equipment varies by task and includes safety glasses or goggles, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, hearing protection, and rubber boots; NIOSH-approved N95 respirators may be worn as needed. The role requires safe lifting, frequent bending and standing, and operation of farm vehicles and equipment. The listed starting pay is $17.45 per hour, with additional shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends; temporary positions start at $17.35 per hour. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

Must have at least 12 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 allowable gap is increased to 18 months. This work-history requirement does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the past 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 lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting or moving of loads up to 2,000 pounds may require equipment such as a pallet jack.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility, avoid avian species, and sign and follow company biosecurity and animal-welfare guidelines.
Must be willing to use chemicals including vitamin supplements, animal dye, and disinfectants such as Synergize, Lysol, and bleach.
Must follow safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
Must be able to perform the listed physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, handling objects and controls, reaching, balancing, climbing or ladder use, frequent stooping and bending, and driving within the farm complex.
Must be able to operate a trailer, tractor, skid steer, and hyster proficiently.
Must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.
Applicants are subject to the stated rehire criteria: a minimum waiting period of 180 days and no more than three periods of employment at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.
Internal applicants receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

Remove used litter from poultry houses; clean and disinfect houses and equipment, including vehicles and tractors, using a commercial pressure washer; and place new shavings after cleaning.
Move birds to growing houses, laying or pedigree houses, or the live-haul loading area as needed, and ensure wingbands are removed for birds leaving the farm.
Maintain tractors, pressure washers, litter trucks, trailers, and mechanical equipment, including weekly and maintenance safety checks.
Maintain housekeeping and sanitation in work areas, storage areas, breakrooms, boot rooms, equipment, and vehicles.
Inspect birds to assess quality and progress, including weighing birds weekly.
Move birds, maintain grounds, and organize breeder tags.
Euthanize selected or weak or ill birds in accordance with company policy.
Assist with special or non-routine projects inside and outside the department.
Repair cages, pens, equipment, buildings, and fenced yards; perform farm cleanup such as garbage and litter retrieval.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, identify safety risks, and address or mitigate them.