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Wayne-Sanderson Farms

3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Summit, Mississippi, United States, 39666

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Primarily responsible for operating forklift equipment, setting up the debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs, and transportation of combos.

Transport finished product to the scales and to the manifest area.

Move product to be reworked.

Maintain forklift in a sanitary manner and replace battery when needed.

Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.

Complete all tasks assigned by members of management.

Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to work unsupervised and self‑motivate.

Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.

Strong work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Relative poultry industry experience.

Basic math functions and skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRMENTS

Forklift certified.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.

Wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

PPE required but subject to change: Hairnet, smock, earplugs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand up to 8 hours.

Lift up to 60 lbs.

Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).

Exposure to wet and dusty environment.

Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.

Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).

Work around raw, live animal odors. Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).

Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift.

Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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