Cobb - Real Time Feed Conv. Lead PR04L

About the role

This position is responsible for assisting with supervising, supporting and training team members in Real Time Feed Conversion. Duties include cleaning, storing, reassembling, testing and maintaining Feed Conversion processing machinery; operating equipment during processing and making required adjustments; performing preventative maintenance; and attending to and caring for birds in Real Time Feed Conversion houses, including inspecting birds to ascertain quality and progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervising and aiding with weighing, placing and removing birds from RTFCR
• Inspect and prepare the FCR units each morning for accurate data collection, feed usage and overall operation; note any adjustments made to the machines
• Consult FCR engineer regarding problems with machines or birds; troubleshoot and complete necessary repairs if possible (30%)
• Observe birds for signs of illness and treat according to instructions; pick up and dispose of mortality; euthanize selected or weak/ill birds according to company policy (20%)
• Monitor and adjust ventilation and light; clean and disinfect waterers and pens; perform routine housekeeping; observe biosecurity procedures and perform steps necessary to maintain biosecurity (20%)
• Repair pens or equipment; vaccinate and isolate birds if necessary for disease control (10%)
• Record information according to instructions such as line, MG, bird weight, medications, feed and water intake, and mortality (10%)
• Perform other duties as assigned, including sanitizing breakroom, boot rooms, equipment, and vehicles (10%)

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 allowance increases to 18 months if applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care
• Previous work history does not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months
• Rehire criteria: minimum waiting period of 180 days; no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods
• Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Free telehealth services
• Free mental health services
• Well-being support programs
• 401(k) & stock options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Free education starting on day 1 with access to 175-degree programs
• Citizenship assistance
• Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace
• Cobb Rewards, new hire referral and referral bonuses
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Overtime eligibility and earned time off

Pay

Starting pay: $21.20 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, including holidays; hours 5:30 am until 1:30 pm. Start and end times may vary. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; stand majority of shift on multiple floor surfaces; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects and controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; climb/ladder usage; stoop/bend up to 500 times per day; talk or hear; drive a vehicle within the farm complex. Specific vision abilities required include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy and cold environments.
• Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety goggles, safety glasses, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, and company-issued footwear; ear plugs as required; NIOSH-approved N95 particulate respirators as needed.
• Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants such as Synergize, Virocid, Lysol, Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, etc.
• Safety: Follow all applicable safety policies and procedures including Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and PPE; identify, address and mitigate safety-related risks.

Biosecurity, Animal Welfare and Safety Requirements

• Jobs are in a biosecure environment requiring showering and changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility; appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the Company
• No jewelry may be worn except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing
• Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.)
• Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines