At Cobb, we are dedicated to helping our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every aspect of life.
Starting wage $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.
Our competitive benefits include:
These are just a few of the benefits and perks we offer. Continue growing with our family & apply today to become part of the Cobb team!
Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.
Company: Cobb
Location:Kentucky Farms, Monticello, KY
Schedule:TypicallyMonday –Friday
Hours:Hours are based on workload and production scheduleAverages40 hoursper week
Workschedule is subject to change based uponseason andproduction needs.
This positionis responsible forproviding general labor inassistingcontract shavings crew,observingcontract catch crew, cleaning/disinfecting vehicles,modulesand equipment,as well as,vaccination, blood pull and movement of all Cobb products serviced by the regional Cobb Grandparent operation.This position is also responsible for following a weekly schedule to distribute insecticides/pesticidesOther duties may be assigned.
MinimumRequirements
Must have a valid driver’s license and be approved to drive a Company vehicle, per the Transportation Department.
Essential DutiesandResponsibilities
Place and spray vaccinate 16,100 birds at placement at pullet farmPerform lab sampling on approximately80chick boxes(15%).
Sprayvaccinateapproximately 16,100 birds at 2 weeks,6weeksand15 weeksof ageand
performs12 and18 weekvaccination; vaccinating approximately 8,400 birds, per day(30%).
Loads approximately 24modules onto truck using aforklift, loads approximately 7,500 birds, per day,into modules to move from a pullet to hen farm(15%)
Must be able to read and write to followweekly schedule to distribute insecticides/pesticides at GP contract farms (15%).
Cleans and disinfects modules,vehiclesand equipment(15%).
Other Duties, Responsibilities and Activities
Other duties,responsibilitiesand activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without noticeSuch as: Properly euthanize weak/ill birds in accordance with company policy, perform routine lab sampling, cleaning QA Facility, doing laundry, picking up supplies, assisting contract shavings crew by pulling hose reel trailer to farm and observing contract catch crew to make sure all Animal Welfare guidelines are being followed (10%).
Biosecurity/Animal WelfareRequirements/Safety
Thejobsiteis abiosecureenvironment which requiresshowering, changing clothing and footwearbefore entering the facility.Appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the CompanyNo jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelryand body piercings covered byappropriate clothingMust bewilling to sign an agreement toavoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.) Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
PhysicalMustuse safe lifting techniquesMustregularly liftastackof threechick boxesweighingapproximately 36poundsMust regularly pick up birds weighing up to 10 poundsMust be able to obtainforklift certification.Must be able to bend up to pick up birdsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employeeisregularly required tostandthe majorityof shift (concrete floor);walk;use hands andfingers tohandle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hearSpecific vision abilities required by the job include closevision;distancevision;peripheralvision;depthperception;andthe ability to adjust focusMust havegood communicationskills to accurately convey opinions and concerns.
Tools and Equipment: Forklift, power tools,coopsand syringes
Environment Requiredto work on wet, slippery surfacesandin hot, dry, dusty,wetand cold environments.
Personal Protective Equipment Required Safetygoggles (as needed), chemical gloves (as needed)and rubber boots are requiredEar plugs will be usedas neededNIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.Safety glasses arerequired
Chemicals Commonly Used Disinfectants,foamers, insecticides,pesticidesand rodenticides
Safety: Will betrainedto recognize andcomply withall safety policiesTeammember isexpected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include, but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection,LOTOand Personal Protective Equipment. Teammember isexpected toidentify, address and mitigate safety related risks.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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Cobb advances the global poultry industry through high-quality genetic products backed by innovative research, enabling worldwide access to healthy and affordable protein. As the world's oldest pedigree broiler breeder and headquartered in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Cobb provides poultry genetics to more than one hundred countries. Learn more at www.CobbGenetics.com.