General Labor 2nd Shift

2nd Shift General Labor Job Description 

Job Title: General Labor 
Department: Production 
Reports To:  Debone Superintendent
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: On Plant / Assigned Location(s) 
Work Arrangement: On-Site 
Shift / Schedule: 2nd Shift 
Travel Requirements: None 
Employment Type: Full-time 

The General Labor position works in a production area processing poultry products. This role may involve working with live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products depending on the assigned department and production needs. Typical assignments may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, and other production areas. 

This role supports Farmer Focus production operations by helping process products safely, efficiently, and according to company standards. General Labor team members play an important role in maintaining product quality, supporting production flow, following safety procedures, and helping ensure a clean and safe work environment. This position usually works five to six days per week, and overtime may be required based on production needs. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Work at various stations along the production line processing poultry food products. 

• Perform assigned general labor duties in production areas, which may include live hang, evisceration, debone, cut up, marinating, stack off, Polybag, Retail, Warehouse, or other areas as needed. 

• Handle live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products depending on department assignment. 

• Follow all safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment. 

• Prevent and report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, or safety concerns. 

• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related requirements as applicable. 

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment. 

• Participate in company and department safety programs. 

• Support production needs by working assigned shifts, overtime, and some weekends as required. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Compensation: $17.50 per hour

Additional Compensation: $1.50 per hour, shift differential

The posted compensation range for this role should reflect the minimum and maximum amount Farmer Focus in good faith expects to pay at the time of posting, based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, market data, and the budgeted amount available for the position.  

Benefits: 

Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs. 

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time. 

Qualifications 

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 

• Must have eligibility to work in the United States. 

• Ability to learn and perform general labor duties. 

• Ability to work in a poultry production environment. 

• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime and some weekends as required. 

• Ability to follow safety requirements, company policies, and department procedures. 

• Ability to use required personal protective equipment. 

• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance. 

• Ability to pass SVO pre-employment/post-offer checks. 

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Related production, manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, warehouse, or general labor experience. 

• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment. 

• Willingness to work in different production areas based on business needs. 

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work. 

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel 

Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role may require working with live poultry, raw products, and/or cooked products. Production areas may include wet and moist floors, metal and plastic grating surfaces, and other plant conditions. The team member may be exposed to temperatures ranging from approximately 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, including ambient and high-humidity conditions. The team member may handle product ranging from approximately 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit and may be exposed to noise levels ranging from approximately 50 dB to 110 dB. The team member may also be exposed to dust, feathers, and chemicals used in a poultry and food processing facility. This position may require physical labor, including standing for long periods, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying boxes, tools, equipment, and materials, and performing repetitive production tasks. Hearing and eye protective equipment are required in the production area. Hair and beard nets are required in the production area. Additional personal protective equipment may be required based on task, location, and safety requirements. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled. 

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