Farm Clean Out Associate I

Clean Out Crew Position

We have an immediate opening for the post of Clean Out Crew. This position will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining assigned areas. This position will perform ground labor and assist equipment operators in the cleaning of poultry houses and equipment.

Job Description:

Adhere to and maintain sanitation, bio-security, and safety practices. Follow defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Work Instructions (WI) to properly complete tasks. General responsibilities include:

• Prep houses for clean out: Empty feeders
• Remove all debris
• Raise and lower, remove or teardown equipment as necessary
• Open and close house end doors as needed
• Strip all litter
• Scrape cement floors
• Use designated chemicals to sanitize all floors, walls, slats, machinery as defined by the SOP/WI
• Move to assist in other departments as required
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers. Comfortable working in an outside environment with exposure to dust, chemicals, pest, and wildlife.

Job Qualifications:

Work with chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants. Lift and move 50 pounds. Routinely work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays. Routine handling and interacting with live poultry. Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate. Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours. Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours). Grip, grasp, or twist using hands and wrists. Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs. Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift. Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments. Works cooperatively with a team. Strong sense of personal responsibility.