Wayne-Sanderson Farms
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Forklift Operator 2-3
role at
Wayne‑Sanderson Farms .
Primary Function 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 policies, laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs, and transport combos.
Transport finished product to the scales and 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 management.
Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Skills
Work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
Available for nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
Sound 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 Requirements
Forklift certified.
Safety Requirements
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
Wear required PPE (Hairnet, smock, earplugs, etc.).
Stay up to date on PPE changes.
Physical Requirements
Stand up to 8 hours.
Lift up to 60 lbs.
Frequently exposed to heat (incubators up to 99.5°F).
Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
Frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
Work around raw, live animal odors; wet and cold environment (45°F‑4°C).
Stand for an 8‑hour shift.
Will be exposed to noise (>85 dB), CO₂, and moving production.
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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Forklift Operator 2-3
role at
Wayne‑Sanderson Farms .
Primary Function 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 policies, laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs, and transport combos.
Transport finished product to the scales and 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 management.
Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Skills
Work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
Available for nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
Sound 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 Requirements
Forklift certified.
Safety Requirements
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
Wear required PPE (Hairnet, smock, earplugs, etc.).
Stay up to date on PPE changes.
Physical Requirements
Stand up to 8 hours.
Lift up to 60 lbs.
Frequently exposed to heat (incubators up to 99.5°F).
Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
Frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
Work around raw, live animal odors; wet and cold environment (45°F‑4°C).
Stand for an 8‑hour shift.
Will be exposed to noise (>85 dB), CO₂, and moving production.
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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