Wash/ Disinfect Operator - Wadena, MN - Jennie-O

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Wadena, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, hourly position is responsible for washing and disinfecting turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner, ensuring compliance with all company policies. The role also involves assisting support areas of breeder production, performing occasional weekend washing, and assisting with repairs, maintenance, and construction projects as assigned. The operator will follow specific sanitation and isolation procedures, adhere to safety policies, and communicate regularly with their supervisor for work orders. Occasional assistance with vaccinations and insemination may also be required when not performing washing duties.

Requirements

Basic math skills/able to read and write at 4th grade level
Able to work scheduled weekends and holidays
Supply reliable transportation for travel to work sites and meet all sanitation requirements
Cannot own or raise any type of fowl (i.e. turkeys, chickens, geese, pheasants, parakeets, etc.)
Able to work in a smoke free environment/Must be 21 yrs. old and able to obtain a Medical Card
Must possess a valid driver's license & able to meet JOTS driving qualifications
Work in a dusty environment with ammonia present in all weather conditions while using approved respiratory protection
Facial hair must not compromise respirator face to mask seal-no beards
Twisting/stooping/bending/squat/reach while handling turkeys/fee/letter/equipment 10 lbs. to 50 lbs. from occasionally to a frequent basis
Able to work on uneven surfaces

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous animal husbandry experience and/or a farm background (two years)
Bobcat tractor experience
Able to use and operate high pressure washer
Small engine/pump repair experience
Able to operate a scissor lift

Responsibilities

To wash and disinfect turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner, ensuring that all company policies are followed
Assist all support areas of breeder production
Work occasional weekends washing unless otherwise instructed
Perform repairs, maintenance on equipment, and construction on projects as assigned by supervisor
Follow sanitation and isolation procedures using tracking patterns
Follow safety policies and procedures as recommended
Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis to receive work orders as needed
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Assist on vaccinations and insemination occasionally when not washing