Line Associate – Preprice (1st Shift)

About the role

The Line Associate works on the first shift in a poultry processing facility, focusing on the disassembly of poultry and rotating through various production tasks. This is an entry‑level, hourly position with on‑the‑job training and benefits from day one.

Key responsibilities

• Learn and perform poultry processing tasks such as deboning and evisceration.
• Follow all company policies, agency guidelines (e.g., NCC Animal Welfare, USDA) and legal requirements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear required PPE (non‑slip footwear, earplugs, hair/beard nets, hard hats, etc.).
• Maintain a zero‑accident culture by using PPE correctly at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not mandatory.
• Previous poultry or food‑processing experience is a plus.
• Ability to work non‑standard shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lb occasionally and stand in wet, cold environments.
• Comfortable working around raw animal odors, high noise levels (>85 dB), CO₂, and moving equipment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hourly wage of $18.85.
• Shift: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday‑Friday (first shift).
• Benefits available from day one.
• Comprehensive on‑the‑job training.