Cobb - Farm Crew Temp

Tyson Foods•Deer Lodge, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Poultry Farm Worker is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting poultry houses and equipment, removing used litter, placing new shavings, assisting with bird movement, and maintaining farm equipment. The role also includes groundskeeping, sanitation, inspecting and weighing birds, and other farm and facility tasks as assigned. The position is at the Tennessee Pedigree Complex in Deer Lodge, Tennessee, and reports to the Production Manager, Pedigree. The 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 temporary position. The worksite is biosecure and requires showering and changing clothing and footwear before entering. Company-provided clothing and footwear are available. Employees must comply with company biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety rules, and be willing to avoid contact with avian species outside the facility and sign the required agreements. Work involves wet, slippery, hot, dry, dusty, and cold environments, 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. Commonly used chemicals include vitamin supplements, animal dye, and disinfectants such as Synergize, Lysol, and bleach. Starting pay for temporary positions is $16.90 per hour. The job description also lists benefits and incentives available to team members, with benefits eligibility on day one of full-time hire.

Requirements

At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps greater than six months in the past 36 months. For applicants laid off or providing child or elder care, the permitted gap is increased to 18 months. This work-history requirement does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the last 36 months.
Must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds; occasional handling of loads up to 2,000 pounds may require tools such as a pallet jack.
Must be able to stand for most of the shift, walk, sit, handle or feel objects and controls, reach, balance, climb or use ladders, bend or stoop frequently, talk or hear, and drive within the farm complex.
Must be able to proficiently operate a trailer, tractor, skid steer, and hyster.
Must have the vision abilities needed for close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility, comply with biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines, and sign the required agreements.
Must be willing to use chemicals such as vitamin supplements, animal dye, and disinfectants.
Must follow applicable safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
Rehire applicants must meet a minimum waiting period of 180 days; rehire is limited to no more than three times worked 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.
Place new shavings in poultry houses after cleaning.
Move birds to growing houses, laying or pedigree houses, or the live-haul loading area as required; ensure wingbands are removed for birds leaving the farm.
Maintain tractors, pressure washers, litter trucks, trailers, and mechanical equipment, and perform weekly and maintenance safety checks.
Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas and sanitize storage areas, breakrooms, boot rooms, equipment, and vehicles.
Inspect birds and weigh them weekly to assess quality and progress.
Perform groundskeeping, organize breeder tags, and retrieve garbage and litter during farm cleanup.
Euthanize selected or weak or ill birds according to company policy.
Assist with special or non-routine projects inside or outside the department.
Repair cages, pens, equipment, buildings, and fenced yards.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, identify safety risks, and address or mitigate them.
Use safe lifting techniques and operate farm equipment and vehicles as needed.