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1st and 2nd Shift - Poultry Line Associate

Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Decatur, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/26/2026

JOB INCENTIVES:

  • Benefits available on Day 1
  • On-the-job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Line Associate is responsible for the disassembly of poultry and may perform a wide variety of poultry processing related tasks as they rotate on the production line.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

  • Learn and perform production related tasks surrounding poultry processing such as debone or evisceration
  • Perform all duties in compliance with Company policies and procedures, agency guidelines (i.e. NCC Animal Welfare, U.S.D.A, etc.) and Federal, State and local legal requirements
  • Follow all safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. non-slip footwear, earplugs, hair and beard nets, hardhats, etc.) correctly at all times in areas requiring PPE helping to promote a zero accident culture
  • Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

  • Previous poultry experience preferred

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
  • Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work non-standard shifts (weekends, holidays and extended shifts) as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Exposure to wet and cold environment, and work around raw and/or animal odors
  • Exposure to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving 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.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

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