Cobb - Three Springs Real Time Feed Conversion

Tyson Foods, Inc.•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, inspecting birds to assess their quality and progress, and completing other assigned duties. The position is at Three Springs Farm in Rose, Oklahoma. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a rotating weekend schedule that includes holidays. Typical hours are 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 based on production needs. Applicants must have no disciplinary actions within the last six months; the posting does not complete the related point-level requirement. 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 prohibited except for medical ID jewelry and covered body piercings. Employees must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid contact with avian species and to sign and follow company biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines. The successful candidate must be able to perform the job's physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. The role requires work 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 applicable safety policies and procedures, identify safety risks, and address and mitigate them. The company offers team members and their families paid time off, 401(k) plans, and health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.

Requirements

Applicants must have no disciplinary actions within the last six months; the posting also mentions a point-level requirement but does not provide its details.
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 able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds using safe lifting techniques.
Must be able to stand for most of the shift; walk, sit, handle or feel objects and controls, reach, balance, climb/use ladders, stoop and bend, talk or hear, and drive a vehicle within the farm complex.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must 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, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear; ear plugs and NIOSH-approved N95 particulate respirators are used as required.
Must follow applicable safety policies and procedures, including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Responsibilities

Weigh, place, and remove birds from RTFCR; inspect and prepare FCR units each morning for accurate data collection, feed usage, and operation; document machine adjustments; consult the FCR engineer about machine or bird problems; troubleshoot and make 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; follow biosecurity procedures and take steps to maintain biosecurity.
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 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.