Cobb - Real Time Feed Conversion

Tyson Foods•Spavinaw, OK

About The Position

This position is responsible for cleaning, storing, reassembling, testing, and maintaining Feed Conversion processing machinery; operating equipment during processing and making required adjustments; and performing preventative maintenance. The role also involves attending to and caring for birds in Real Time Feed Conversion houses and inspecting birds to assess their quality and progress. Other duties may be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a rotating weekend schedule, including holidays. Hours are 5:50 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.; start and end times may vary, and the work schedule may change based on production needs. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. Benefits are available on the first day of full-time employment. The worksite is a biosecure environment. Employees must shower and change clothing and footwear before entering; the company provides appropriate clothing and footwear. Jewelry is not permitted at the worksite except medical ID jewelry and piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Employees must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid contact with avian species and to follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines. The job requires working on wet and slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy, and cold conditions. Required personal protective equipment includes safety goggles, safety glasses, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear; earplugs and NIOSH-approved N95 respirators are used as needed. Commonly used chemicals include disinfectants such as Synergize, Virocid, Lysol, Clorox wipes, and hand sanitizer. Employees are expected to follow applicable safety procedures and identify, address, and mitigate safety risks. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview. Internal applicants receive priority consideration. Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred. Applicants must meet the stated work-history requirements; a rehire requires a waiting period of at least 180 days, and candidates may have worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods no more than three times.

Requirements

At least six months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional 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 extended 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 to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and abide by company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and use safe lifting techniques.
Must be able to stand for most of the shift; walk, sit, handle or feel objects and controls, reach, balance, climb or use ladders, stoop or bend, talk or hear, and drive a vehicle within the farm complex.
Must be able to work on wet and slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy, and cold environments.
Must use required personal protective equipment, including safety goggles, safety glasses, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear; earplugs and NIOSH-approved N95 respirators are used as needed.
Must follow safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
Rehire candidates must meet a minimum waiting period of 180 days and may have worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods no more than three times.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience.

Responsibilities

Weigh, place, and remove birds from RTFCR; inspect and prepare FCR units each morning for accurate data collection, feed usage, and overall operation; note machine adjustments; consult the FCR engineer about machine or bird problems; troubleshoot and complete repairs when possible.
Observe birds for signs of illness, treat them according to instructions, collect and dispose of mortality, and euthanize selected or weak or ill birds according to company policy.
Monitor and adjust ventilation and lighting; clean and disinfect waterers and pens; perform routine housekeeping; and follow procedures to maintain biosecurity.
Repair pens or equipment, vaccinate birds, and isolate them when needed for disease control.
Record information as instructed, including line, MG, bird weight, medications, feed and water intake, and mortality.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include sanitizing breakrooms, boot rooms, equipment, and vehicles.
Clean, store, reassemble, test, and maintain Feed Conversion processing machinery; operate equipment during processing, make required adjustments, and perform preventative maintenance.
Attend to and care for birds in Real Time Feed Conversion houses and inspect birds to assess quality and progress.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, and identify, address, and mitigate safety-related risks.