Cobb - 1st Shift Poultry Farm Worker Wash Crew

About the role

This position is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting Cobb Poultry houses, vehicles, modules, and equipment in a biosecure environment. The jobsite requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry.

Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.) and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines. Will be trained to recognize and comply with all Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pressure Washing (70%)
• Disinfecting Houses (10%)
• Installing Shavings (10%)
• Vaccinate GP chickens and move spike males (5%)
• Operate a high pressure and regular water hose
• Maintain foot pans and hand sanitizers
• Clean and disinfect Cobb vehicles
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Maintain Cobb equipment
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months (employment gap increased to 18 months if laid off or providing child/elder care)
• Previous work history does not apply to applicants who have been full-time students consecutively for the last 36 months
• Must be available for an in-person interview
• Rehire criteria: minimum waiting period of 180 days and no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods
• Must have good communication skills to accurately convey opinions and concerns
• Must reside in the United States
• Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred

Physical Demands

• Must use safe lifting techniques
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and may be required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds at times
• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk or hear, and drive a vehicle to and from job sites
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, and cold environments
• Personal Protective Equipment Required: safety goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, rubber boots when handling chemicals; ear plugs and ear muffs as needed
• Chemicals Commonly Used: Phenolic based disinfectants

Pay

Starting wage: $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, including holidays, beginning at 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM until the job is complete. Typically averages 40 hours per week. Hours are subject to change depending on the needs of the GP Facility and time of year. Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits on day 1 of full-time hire
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Free Telehealth Services
• Free Mental Health Services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• 401K & Stock Options
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Free Education starting your first day on 175-degree programs
• Citizenship Assistance
• Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace
• Cobb Rewards
• New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holidays
• Overtime Eligibility
• Earned Time Off