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Cryovac, weigh and label all poultry processed * Cut and trim to spec to ensure quality * Order ... Schedules time off in advance, begins working on time, keeps absences within guidelines, ensures ...

Category Manager, Poultry

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$110K - $176K/yr

Our Opportunity: Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken ... Experience working within cross-functional, matrixed organizations #LI-BB2 The base salary range ...

Our Opportunity: Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken ... Experience working within cross-functional, matrixed organizations #LI-BB2 The base salary range ...

Our Opportunity: Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken ... Experience working within cross-functional, matrixed organizations #LI-BB2 The base salary range ...

Develops a close, collaborative working relationship with Phileo's Technical Services Manager-Poultry and the Phileo North America Monogastric Sales Manager * Maintains an ongoing market intelligence ...

Working knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMP and HACCP. * Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal ...

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

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Poultry Production Workers

Farmerville, LA ยท On-site

$17.25 - $19.25/hr

As a production employee working on a Debone line, you will be responsible for efficiently removing bones from various cuts of meat while adhering to strict sanitation and safety standards. Duties

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How much do poultry worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for poultry worker in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectPoultry WorkerPoultry Farm Hand
CredentialsHigh school diploma often requiredHigh school diploma often required
Work EnvironmentIndoor poultry processing or hatchery facilitiesOutdoor poultry farms and hatcheries
Industry UsageCommonly used in processing plants and hatcheriesPrimarily in farm settings for daily farm chores
Job TasksHandling, sorting, and processing poultryFeeding, cleaning, and caring for poultry

Both Poultry Workers and Poultry Farm Hands work in poultry industry settings, but Poultry Workers typically focus on processing and handling poultry in indoor facilities, while Poultry Farm Hands perform outdoor farm chores like feeding and cleaning. The roles often require similar credentials and are used interchangeably depending on the work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by poultry workers and how are they addressed on the job?

Poultry workers often face challenges such as maintaining strict biosecurity protocols, working in environments with variable temperatures, and performing repetitive tasks that can be physically demanding. To address these issues, employers typically provide comprehensive safety training, appropriate personal protective equipment, and regular breaks to reduce fatigue. Teamwork is emphasized to ensure efficient workflow and support, and many facilities offer opportunities for cross-training, which can help workers diversify their skills and advance within the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Poultry Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Poultry Worker, you need basic animal handling skills, physical stamina, and attention to hygiene and safety standards, typically with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with processing equipment, sanitization systems, and sometimes food safety certifications are commonly required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions set outstanding workers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining animal welfare, ensuring food safety, and supporting efficient operations in poultry production environments.

What are poultry workers?

Poultry workers are individuals who are employed in facilities that raise, process, or package poultry such as chickens, turkeys, or ducks. Their duties can include tasks like feeding and caring for birds, collecting eggs, cleaning cages or coops, operating processing equipment, and packaging poultry products. They play a crucial role in maintaining the health and welfare of poultry, ensuring food safety, and supporting the supply chain for poultry products. The job often involves physical labor and can require working in varying conditions, including cold environments in processing plants. Poultry workers must also follow strict hygiene and safety protocols to prevent the spread of disease.
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Infographic showing various Poultry Worker job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.
Cobb - Sweetwater Poultry Farm Worker Labor PR02

Cobb - Sweetwater Poultry Farm Worker Labor PR02

Cobb-Vantress

Rose, OK โ€ข On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 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 4,755 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Details:

Cobb: Sweetwater Poultry Farm Worker

Cobb Sweetwater Farm, 3718 N 495 Rd Rose, OK 72704
Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday, including holidays

Hours: 6 am - 2 pm or until finished. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

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

Position Summary:

  • House clean out and wash down. Break down and set up house equipment. Preparation prior to placement of birds, general care of farm grounds (mow, brush hog, weed eat). Assist with live haul, attends to and cares for day old chicks to 10-week old broiler chickens. Vaccinations, blood pull. Responsible for vegetation and pesticide control on farm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Farm Crew

  • Assist with cleaning and disinfecting poultry houses and all equipment (including vehicles/tractors) utilizing commercial pressure washer on wet/slick floor Operates equipment to remove litter and slats with Bobcat loader and tractor (45%)
  • Move birds as required to laying houses, live-haul birds and assist with weigh days and selections. (20 %)
  • Vaccinations and blood pulls as scheduled. Ensures all HCO swabs are taken and labeled correctly. (15%)
  • Mow/weed-eat/ brush-hog grounds. Set up of poultry houses including shavings, and spraying of pesticides and herbicides (20 %)

Broiler Caretaker

  • Feeds and waters birds according to schedules. Monitors temperature, lights, humidity and adjusts as instructed. Cleans and disinfects waterers and pens and performs routine housekeeping duties., (30%)
  • Walks floors daily; examine birds for signs of illness and treats according to instructions; pick up and dispose of mortality, loads mortality into incinerator. (20%)
  • Places pen partitions according to calculations; segregates birds according to line and age of source. Transfers birds between pens as instructed. Collects cleft pallet and fecal swabs. (20%)
  • Records information according to instructions such as line, bird weight, medications, feed & water intake, and mortality. Minor repairs on pens and equipment. (10%)

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities;

  • These may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, such as: inspects birds to determine quality and progress by weighing birds weekly; sanitation of breakroom, boot rooms, equipment, and vehicles; properly euthanize selected or weak/ill birds in accordance with company policy (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 is 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 lift and/or move, up to 30 pounds to move items such as partitions, nests, tools, etc. May be required to occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. May be required to occasionally push or pull up to 500 pounds such as skids of supplies, shavings, slats, etc. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk majority of shift on multiple surfaces; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects and controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; climbing/ladder usage; talk or hear; stoop/bend up to 1000 times per day; 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
  • Tools and Equipment: Requires use of hand tools such as wire cutters, pliers, wrenches, broom, squeegee, shovel, counter, vaccination gun, stick needle, eye drop bottle, animal tag pliers; power tools such as cordless drill, gas powered back-pack blower; equipment such as dump truck, skid-steer, tractor, trailer with gas-powered sprayer, pallet jack, lawn mower and weed-eater, catch-frames, scales, tables, scanners, extension cords, coops; safe operation of vehicle to and from work area.
  • Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces; also work in hot, dry, extreme dusty, dark, wet, icy, snowy and cold environments.
  • Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, Safety goggles, face shield, chemical gloves, waterproof aprons, and company issued footwear are required. Ear plugs and safety glasses will be used as required. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed. A respirator is required for formaldehyde application.
  • Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants such as Synergize, Virocid, Lysol, bleach, hand sanitizer, Green Clean, insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, formaldehyde, 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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