Cobb - Poultry Selection Worker at Tyson Foods

Monticello, Kentucky, United States

Tyson Foods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Agriculture, Poultry, Food ProductionIndustries

Requirements

  • Must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview
  • Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience preferred
  • 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
  • No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing
  • Must shower, change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility (company provides appropriate clothing and footwear)
  • Must use safe lifting techniques; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with two team members); occasionally lift up to 300 pounds using tools like angle iron dolly
  • Regularly required to stand for majority of shift on wet, slick floors

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the selection of approximately 2700 pedigree birds daily by identifying gender, catching, scanning wing band number, and audit market birds for wing bands (35%)
  • Assist with properly identifying the coop birds are assigned to (30%)
  • Washing/sanitizing approximately 100 coops daily via commercial pressure washer on wet, slick floors, maintain clean foot pans in assigned boot room, weekly sanitation of selection breakroom and all equipment used during selection process (15%)
  • Assist in set-up for selection by loading empty coops into house, placing catch frames in pens for easier bird access, hanging of lights for better visual, set up of scales and scanner, making coop labels, placing coops in pens and running needed cords (10%)
  • Other duties as assigned, such as: Assist with moving birds from brood house to feed conversion or dissection and wash/disinfect vehicles; properly euthanize weak/ill birds in accordance with company policy (10%)

Skills

poultry selection
bird conformation assessment
physical attributes evaluation
agricultural production
farm operations

Tyson Foods

Produces and distributes protein food products

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods specializes in producing and distributing a variety of protein products, including beef, chicken, and pork. The company operates a comprehensive supply chain that allows for efficient delivery of fresh meat and processed food products to a wide range of customers, from high-end restaurants to local butchers. Unlike many competitors, Tyson Foods focuses on large-scale production and distribution, which helps them serve both retail and foodservice markets effectively. The company also prioritizes sustainability, implementing initiatives to enhance environmental practices, animal welfare, and community support. Tyson Foods aims to elevate food quality and sustainability standards in the food industry.

Springdale, ArkansasHeadquarters
1935Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Relocation Assistance

Risks

Rising feed costs due to climate change could increase operational expenses.
Consumer backlash against GMOs and insect protein may affect brand perception.
Labor shortages in meat processing could disrupt Tyson Foods' production capabilities.

Differentiation

Tyson Foods is a leader in protein production, including beef, chicken, and pork.
The company emphasizes sustainability, focusing on environmental impact and animal welfare.
Tyson Foods leverages a vast supply chain for efficient farm-to-table delivery.

Upsides

Tyson Foods invests in insect protein, aligning with sustainable food trends.
The acquisition of Williams Sausage Company expands Tyson's product offerings.
Tyson's IT hub in Lisbon creates over 200 technology jobs, enhancing operational efficiency.

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