What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jennie-O Turkey Store - Farm Worker PT - Barron, WI position at Hormel Foods Family of Companies?
Job Responsibilities
- Help with movement of turkey clocks to confinement growing or range
- Work all scheduled weekends
- Assist farm managers in all areas of production as needed
- Perform repairs, and maintenance on equipment and construction on projects as assigned by the supervisor
- Assist the wash crew, manure crews and the shavings delivery and all other areas as required
- Follow all sanitation and isolation procedures using tracking patterns
- Follow all safety policies and procedures as recommended
- Any and all other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
* Basic math skills/Able to read and write at 4th grade level
* Able to work weekends & holidays
* Cannot own or raise any type of fowl (i.e. turkeys, chickens, geese, pheasants, parakeets, etc.)
* Able to meet all sanitation requirements/Able to work in a smoke free environment
* PHYSICAL: Ability to work in a dusty environment with ammonia present in all weather conditions while using approved respiratory protection
* Facial hair must not compromise respirator face to mask seal-No beards
* Ability to twist, stoop, bend, squat, lift, carry, reach while handling turkeys, feed, litter, equipment < 10 lbs. to 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Previous animal husbandry experience and/or farm background (two Years)
* Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
What you will receive:
- Competitive pay
- Extraordinary benefits – Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; 401k with match; and tuition reimbursement program
- FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)
- Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
- Training – You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for the role
- Advancement opportunities– You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management
- Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available
Questions on our on-line application process? Please call 715-537-3131 and we will help!
At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/
Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
