Morristown Plant General Labor

@ Koch Foods
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Morristown Plant General Labor

Newport, TN
Posted 3 weeks ago

About the job

A poultry processing company seeking reliable general laborers for fast-paced, safety-focused roles across multiple shifts. Training provided, no prior experience required, with benefits, career growth, and a family-oriented environment.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years old
  • Ability to work in cold environment
  • Dependable attendance essential
  • Willing to learn new skills
  • Effective team player

Qualifications

  • Willingness to work in refrigerated areas
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks
  • Able to lift and carry materials
  • Good communication skills

Full job description

Shift

All Shifts

Description

SCHEDULE: Hiring for Processing and Debone Plants - all shifts.

  • Must be willing to work the assigned shift and accommodate overtime, weekends, holidays, and schedule changes as business and production needs require.

Debone Plant works 1st and 2nd Shifts

  • 1st shift is approximately from 7 am to 3:30 pm with a starting pay rate of $15.85/hour.
  • 2nd shift is approximately from 4 pm to 12:30 am with a starting pay rate of $17.85/hour.

Processing/Kill Plant works 1st and 3rd Shifts

  • 1st shift is approximately from 7:30 am to 4 pm with a starting pay rate of $15.85/hour.
  • 3rd shift is approximately from 10:30 pm to 7:30 am with a starting pay rate of $17.85/hour.


We are seeking dependable and hardworking General Laborers to join our poultry processing team. General Labor employees support daily production operations by performing a variety of tasks throughout the processing and production areas while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, sanitation, and food safety.

This is a fast-paced, physically demanding position in a refrigerated food-processing environment. Previous poultry or manufacturing experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform a variety of production and processing tasks as assigned.
  • Work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Operate basic production equipment and tools after appropriate training.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work area throughout the shift.
  • Follow established food safety, quality, sanitation, and production procedures.
  • Follow all company safety policies, including required PPE and safe work practices.
  • Work cooperatively with team members and communicate production or safety concerns to supervisors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.


Requirements

  • Must be 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
  • No previous poultry or manufacturing experience required.
  • Previous experience in poultry processing, food manufacturing, warehouse, production, or general labor is a plus.
  • Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Willingness to learn new tasks and work in different areas of the plant.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.


Physical Requirements

  • Stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Perform repetitive tasks with hands and arms.
  • Bend, reach, squat, kneel, and climb as required.
  • Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and products as required for the position.
  • Work in cold, wet, humid, and refrigerated production areas.
  • Work around machinery, noise, water, and cleaning chemicals while using required PPE.
  • Work around live and/or raw animal odors.


Benefits Information

Benefits Eligibility Varies Paid Time Off 401k Savings Plan Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available Company Sponsored Purchasing Program Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided Weekly Pay Check Promotional Career Opportunities All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc. Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!
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