Warehouse Associate - Night Shift

Company: Butterball
Location: Wilson
Posted on: October 9, 2021

Job Description:

*Position Summary*: To humanely place the birds on the hanging line in preparation for slaughtering and ensuring minimal damage is done to the bird. *Essential Duties, Functions and responsibilities:* When bird comes down the conveyor belt, grasp the legs of the bird (a leg in both hands) and place legs into shackle. Ensure proper placement of bird on the line; do not cross legs of the bird or hang the bird by one leg. Check for any DOA (Dead On Arrival) birds. Check by grabbing the bird by the leg or wing to feel for stiffness. Remove all DOA birds from the line and place on the floor to be taken by the floor person. Keep the conveyor line full at all times. Hang appropriate shackles assigned to your job station. Responsible for ensuring that the bird is treated humanely at all times. Responsible for reporting any unusual or suspicious behavior; including inhumane treatment of animals. Follows all work safety policies and guidelines Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Processes) product standards and guidelines Maintains a clean and organized work area Will be required to rotate to various functions within the processing department Performs other duties as assigned Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* Ability to work in a fast paced environment Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions Ability to meet required birds/minute. Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical *Physical Requirements*: Standing 8 10 hours per day Lifting up to 60 lbs Bending, stooping, twisting, and squatting. Repetitive hand intensive task, tight gripping, grasping, pinching, and pulling required. *Working Conditions/Department Description:* May work in damp and cold environment Seasonably hot and warm environment Work in Seasonal Outdoor conditions Work with loud and noisy machinery Work in dusty environment Work with chemical or Fumes Work around pungent odors Working with Live Animals Base Pay: $16.75 Shift hours: 12:55AM - 9:30AM *Why work for Butterball?* This is not just a job, it s a career! We take pride in our employees and our employees take pride in being a valued team member at Butterball! Join us Today and enjoy these great perks! Academic Tuition Reimbursement Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employee Assistance Program 401K Referral Bonus up to $1,000- Ask us for details!

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