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Contract Poultry Farm Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$18/hr

... Cobb contract farms. Other duties may be assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities ... Cleans and disinfects Cobb poultry houses, vehicles, modules and equipment. (20%) * Duties may ...

Hatchery General Laborer

Siler City, NC

$13 - $16.25/hr

Work in processing areas to prepare chicks for transport to contract poultry farms. * Ensure proper vaccination of chicks via Embrex transfer process. * Perform assigned job duties to follow ...

Supervising all aspects of contract farms Resolving contract grower conflicts Bio-security, strain ... Poultry Science or related field (preferred) Basic computer skills Ability to calculate feed ...

We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post of Poultry ... Supervising all aspects of contract farms * Resolving contract grower conflicts * Bio-security ...

We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post of Poultry ... Supervising all aspects of contract farms * Resolving contract grower conflicts * Bio-security ...

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How much do contract poultry farm jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract poultry farm in the United States is $18.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Poultry Farm vs Poultry Farm Worker?

AspectContract Poultry FarmPoultry Farm Worker
CredentialsMay require farm management or poultry handling certificationsTypically requires basic farm work experience or training
Work EnvironmentOversees farm operations, manages contracts, and supervises workersPerforms daily tasks like feeding, cleaning, and caring for poultry
Employer & Industry UsageContract-based, often hired by poultry companies or farm ownersEmployed directly by farms or contractors in poultry industry

Contract Poultry Farm roles focus on managing farm operations and overseeing contracts, while Poultry Farm Workers handle hands-on daily tasks. Both roles are essential in poultry production but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Contract Poultry Farm job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,581 per year, or $18.5 per hour.
Cobb - Poultry Farm Worker - Southwest Farm

Cobb - Poultry Farm Worker - Southwest Farm

Cobb-Vantress

On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Cobb Vantress rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Cobb Vantress

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7.2

Company rating compared to similar companies: 7.2 out of 10

Research average

Based on 4,756 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Details:

Join the Cobb Family and Grow with Us!
At Cobb, we're passionate about helping our team members thrive-both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every stage of life. The best part- you're eligible for benefits on day 1 of full-time hire!

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

What's in it for you?

Our competitive benefits include:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Free Telehealth Services
  • Free Mental Health Services
  • Well-Being Support Programs
  • 401K & Stock Options
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Free Education starting your first day on 175 -degree programs
  • Citizenship Assistance
  • Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace
  • Additionally, we offer incentives such as Cobb Rewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off.

These are just a few of the ways we invest in YOU. Ready to take the next step? Apply today and become part of the Cobb family!

Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Requirements: Must have at least 12 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months. If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months.

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days.

Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Company: Cobb

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Hours: 5:00 am - 1:00 pm including Holidays. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Position Summary:

  • This position provides general labor in the selection, vaccination, blood pull movements of all the Cobb products housed at Cobb contract farms. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs selection, vaccination, blood pull, movement, clean out of all Cobb products/facilities. (35%)
  • Loads Cobb products into modules and on to the truck for transport to designated processing plant. (35%)
  • Cleans and disinfects Cobb poultry houses, vehicles, modules and equipment. (20%)
  • Duties may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Such as: Participates in research trials weighing meat, handling knives and reading scales as needed, sprays insecticides as needed, collects samples of surface area with drag swabs or swabs birds for health inspection. (10%)

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare/Safety Requirements:

  • The jobsite is a bio secure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly be able to lift and/or move 30 pounds and may be required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk majority of shift (concrete floor); sit; use hands to handle or feel objects and controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; climbing/ladder usage; talk or hear; drive a vehicle within the farm complex. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and work in hot, dry, dusty, wet, icy, snowy and cold environments.
  • Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof apron, and rubber boots are required. Ear plugs will be used as required. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.
  • Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants such as Synergize, Lysol, bleach, etc.
  • Safety: TM is expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and Personal Protective Equipment. TM is expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.


The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.


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