Box Room Associate-1st Shift

SHIFT DETAILS:

• Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Pay Rate-$18.95
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION:                     

Primarily responsible for assembling boxes by hand and/or box machine; unloading unmade boxes from truck using forklift; and delivering to box room. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.    

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:                        

• Move unmade box material from truck using hydraulic hand trucks (weight approximately 400 pounds) and then carry stacks of box material (5-7 boxes weighing 5-15 lbs). 
• Lift unmade box material and place into bracket of box machine. 
• Retrieve glue from supply room using dolly. 
• Perform lockout/tagout when performing light maintenance, cleanup and removing crushed boxes. 
• Put trash and crushed boxes in trash vat. 
• Carry boxes to wing belt, and place lids on lid track. 
• Take breaks 5 minutes early, and return 5 minutes early to wipe condensation on line. 
• At end of shift, clean up and cover boxes in the box room. 
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to follow directions and work in other departments as needed.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to wet, cold environments.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.

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.