Cobb - Three Springs Real Time Feed Conversion

Tyson Foods•Rose, OK

4d•Onsite

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 position is at Three Springs Farm in Rose, Oklahoma. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a rotating weekend schedule, including holidays. Hours are generally 5:35 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. or 6:10 a.m. to 2:10 p.m.; start and end times may vary, and the schedule may change according to production needs. This is a first-shift role. Starting pay is $18.45 per hour, with additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. The jobsite is a biosecure environment. Team members must shower and change clothing and footwear before entering; the company provides appropriate clothing and footwear. Jewelry is prohibited except medical ID jewelry and piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Team members must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid contact with avian species and to sign and follow the company’s Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines. The role requires working on wet and slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy, and cold conditions. Required protective equipment includes safety goggles, safety glasses, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear. Ear plugs are used as required, and NIOSH-approved N95 particulate respirators are worn as needed. Commonly used chemicals include disinfectants such as Synergize, Virocid, Lysol, Clorox wipes, and hand sanitizer. Team members are expected to follow safety policies and procedures, identify safety risks, and address or mitigate them.

Requirements

At least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional employment gaps greater than 6 months during the past 36 months. The allowable gap is extended to 18 months for applicants who were laid off or providing child or elder care.
The 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 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 frequently, talk or hear, and drive a vehicle within the farm complex.
Must have the vision abilities required for the job, including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be willing to work in a biosecure environment, follow showering and clothing-change procedures, avoid avian species under the required agreement, and follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines.
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; 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

Weigh, place, and remove birds from Real Time Feed Conversion units; inspect and prepare 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 issues, and complete necessary repairs when possible.
Observe birds for signs of illness, treat them according to instructions, collect and dispose of mortality, and euthanize selected or weak/ill birds according to company policy.
Monitor and adjust ventilation and lighting; clean and disinfect waterers and pens; perform routine housekeeping; and follow biosecurity procedures.
Repair pens or equipment and vaccinate or isolate birds when necessary 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, make required adjustments, and perform preventive maintenance.
Attend to and care for birds in Real Time Feed Conversion houses and inspect them to assess quality and progress.