Responsibilities:

• To wash and disinfect turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner, ensuring that all company policies are followed.

• Assist all support areas of live production.

• Work every other weekend replacing Farm Managers and or washing unless otherwise instructed.

• Perform repairs, maintenance on equipment, and construction on projects as assigned by supervisor.

• Follow sanitation and isolation procedures using tracking patterns.

• Follow safety policies and procedures as recommended.

• Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis to receive work orders as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• This position has the possibility of progression to Farm Operator with a Grade 5 pay

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic math skills/Able to read and write at 4th grade level/Able to work scheduled weekends and holidays

• Supply reliable transportation for travel to work sites/Able to meet all sanitation requirements

• Cannot own or raise any type of fowl (i.e. turkeys, chickens, geese, pheasants, parakeets, etc.)

• No performance work actions in the last 6 months

• No attendance work actions in the last 6 months

• Must possess a valid driver's license & able to meet JOTS driving qualifications

• Able to work in a smoke free environment/Must be 21 yrs old & able to obtain a Medical Card

• PHYSICAL: 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 bears

• Twisting/stooping/bend/squat/lift/carry/reach while handling turkeys/feed/litter/equipment 10 lbs. - 50 lbs. from occasionally to a frequent basis/Able to work on uneven surfaces/Able ti drive a manual transmission

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous animal husbandry experience and/or a farm background (two years)

• Bobcat tractor experience

• Able to use and operate high pressure washer

• Small engine/pump repair experience

Excellent pay and benefit package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, vacation, holidays, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plan with 401K match, continuing education, and much more.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.