Shelbyville TN - Receiving Live Hanger (2nd Shift) - Fulltime - AUGUST 2026
On-siteShelbyville, Tennessee, United States
Shelbyville, Tennessee, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeEntry LevelAGRICULTUREEnterprise
Full TimeEntry LevelEnterpriseAGRICULTURE
Job Summary
Hang live chickens onto an overhead shackle line using two hands, grasping birds by the legs while avoiding injury to the animal. Lift and turn each bird upside down with the breast facing away, maintaining a pace of at least 28 birds per minute for approximately eight hours. Wear all required safety equipment and observe strict hygiene and safety procedures throughout the shift. Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor, including working in cold, hot, damp, and dusty environments under dim or ultraviolet fluorescent lighting.
Required Qualifications
- Applicants must be 18 years of age
- provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States
- pass a urinalysis screening
- Must be able to work at a fast pace for the entire shift
- Must be able to work flexible hours and some weekends as production requires
- Must be able to work in a cold, hot, damp and dusty environment
- Must observe all required hygiene & safety procedures at all times
- Must be able to stand for the entire shift
- Must comply with all policies and rules
- Must be able to work in a dim and ultraviolet fluorescent light
- Must be able to work around a minimum amount of dust and or ammonia from live birds
- Must be able to perform other duties within the department as required
- Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to hang at least 28 birds per minute that weigh approximately 5-10 pounds
- Use two hands, to grasp live chicken by the legs, taking care not to bruise the chicken or break any parts
- Lift the chicken and turn it upside down with the breast facing away
- Wear all required safety equipment
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