Cobb - Real Time Feed Conversion

Tyson•Spavinaw, OK

12h•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; performing preventative maintenance; and attending to birds in Real Time Feed Conversion houses. The employee inspects birds to assess their quality and progress and records information about their care and production. Other duties may be assigned. The role is performed in a biosecure environment. Before entering the facility, employees must shower and change into provided clothing and footwear. Jewelry is prohibited except medical ID jewelry and piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Employees must agree to avoid avian species and sign and abide by the company’s biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a rotating weekend schedule, including holidays. The listed hours are 5:50 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.; start and end times may vary, and schedules may change based on production needs. This is a first-shift position. The starting wage is $18.00 per hour, plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. Benefits are available on the first day of full-time hire. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview. Priority consideration is given to internal applicants.

Requirements

At least 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps greater than 6 months during the past 36 months. The gap period is extended to 18 months for applicants who were laid off or providing child or elder care.
The recent-work-history requirement does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the past 36 months.
Rehire applicants must have waited at least 180 days; applicants may have worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods no more than three times.
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, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; standing for most of the shift; walking, sitting, handling objects and controls, reaching, balancing, climbing or using ladders, and stooping or bending up to 500 times per day.
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 or glasses, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear; earplugs and NIOSH-approved N95 particulate respirators are used as required.
Must follow applicable safety procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Weigh, place, and remove birds from RTFCR.
Inspect and prepare FCR units each morning to support accurate data collection, feed usage, and operation; note machine adjustments and consult the FCR engineer about machine or bird problems.
Troubleshoot equipment 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 or ill birds according to company policy.
Monitor and adjust ventilation and lighting; clean and disinfect waterers and pens; perform routine housekeeping and biosecurity procedures.
Repair pens or equipment; vaccinate and 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.
Follow applicable safety policies and procedures, and identify, address, and mitigate safety risks.