Cobb - Utility Worker (Part Time/1st shift)

Job Details:

At Cobb, we are dedicated to helping our team members thrive both professionally and personally. Part-Time Position three days a week with a maximum of 30 hours per week.

Starting wage $17.45 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

Continue growing with our family & apply today to become part of the Cobb team!

Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred.  Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Company: Cobb

This position is responsible for maintaining product flow and relieving team members on line for breaks and filling in during labor shortages while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Schedule: Three Days a Week. Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, including holidays.

Hours: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm This is a Part-Time position with a maximum of 30 hours per week. Workdays will be scheduled on Thursdays when the weekly schedule is posted.

Position Summary:

• This position is responsible for floating to all departments within the Hatchery on an as-needed basis.
• Most job responsibilities will be in Chick Processing.

            

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fill in departments as needed based on production needs. Duties may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice, daily.
• Chick Processing Department
  • Process chickens including grade, vaccinate, beak treatment (operate robot), dub males, despur males and perform toe trim. (70%)
  • Operate box washer. (5%)
  • Operate macerator. (10%)
  • Other duties may be assigned such as: Operate a high pressure and regular water hose, maintain foot pans and hand sanitizers, pack and unpack eggs, wash boxes, pad/make boxes, operate Coccivac machine, maintain a clean and organized work area. (10%)
• Egg Room Department
• Embrex Department
• Sanitation Department

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements:

• The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility.  Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company.  No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite 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 Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.  

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Physical: Must be able to lift/move 50 lbs. and must be able to push/pull 1000-1500 lbs. (on wheels).  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand the majority of the shift (concrete floor); walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bend over; talk or hear.  Specific vision abilities required by the job 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, and cold environments. 

• Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, Safety goggles, a face shield, chemical gloves, a waterproof apron, and rubber boots are required when handling chemicals.  Earplugs will be used as needed.
• Chemicals Commonly Used: Formaldehyde is in use at this facility, disinfectant, lubricants, and Virocid.

Safety:

• Team Member is expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures.  These include, but are not limited to, Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Lock Out Tag Out, and Personal Protective Equipment.  Team Member is expected to identify, address, and mitigate safety-related risks.




Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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