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

Hormel Foods • Rochester, MN

18h • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Wash/Disinfect Operator Full Time – Hourly At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation packag e . The base hiring pay for this role is $22.00 per hour . Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions) Job 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

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
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)

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

Benefits

• Competitive pay with pay increases
• You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
• Extraordinary benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!
• Life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan.
• Continuing education and FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and much more.
• Advancement opportunities
• Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees