TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift EVIS Live Hanger PR05 ***GREAT PAY, IMMEDIATE NEED***

Job Details:

Pay is $19.40 per hour. PLUS, additional INCENTIVE PAY is available.

Shift START TIME is approximately 4:30AM
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REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to be considered for FRESH PLANT. 

CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

Job Title: Live Hanger

Job Description:
This position is responsible for hanging live poultry onto moving shackles on the processing line while maintaining animal welfare, product quality, and production standards.

Job Synopsis:
The Live Hanger removes live birds from conveyor line and places them onto the processing line at required line speeds. Team members must handle birds safely and humanely, follow animal welfare guidelines, maintain a safe work environment, and comply with all company policies, food safety, and quality assurance requirements. Duties may include monitoring bird condition, keeping the work area clean, and assisting with other departmental tasks as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Remove live birds from the conveyor line and hang them on processing shackles.
• Maintain required production rates and line efficiency.
• Follow animal welfare and humane handling procedures.
• Observe birds for signs of injury or distress and report concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the work area.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Demands and Work Requirements 

Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift 

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions 

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required 

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance 

Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment 

Required use of PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwear 

Work Schedule 

Must be available to work assigned shifts. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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