LIVE PRODUCTION LOADER OPERATOR - 3RD SHIFT

Driving Ellijay, Georgia


Description

Live Production Loader Operator
 
Essential Functions and Methods
CDL required.  Responsible for pre-tripping, post-tripping, loading, unloading, and transporting forklift on lowboy to predetermined farm.  Forklift drivers will then take empty cages, from trailers, into chicken houses, set empty cages down, pick up full cages, bring them out of houses and place onto trailers. This should be done in approximately 45 minutes per load. Lift drivers are required to follow all SOP for Live Haul. Experience a plus. 
 
Physical Aspects
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Walking
  • Sitting on the Lift for extended periods of time.
 
Mental Aspects
  • Always be aware of the surroundings and use extreme caution when maneuvering Forklift.
  • Be alert, other employees will be working in close vicinity to the Lift inside and outside of the chicken house.
  • Forklift drivers must be able to think and react quickly.
 
Time on Job
  • Normally 40 to 50 hrs per week.
  • Lift drivers normally load between 7 and 13 loads per day.
 
Equipment and Tools
  • Earplugs
  • Reflective safety vest or belt.
 
Working Condition
  • Outside in any weather condition
  • Dust
  • Odor
  • The chicken house floor sometimes becomes rough and slick.
 
EOE, including disability/vets.