Hourly rate for this position: Hire $20.30, 6 months $20.70, 1 year $21.25 **Job Responsibilities** 1. Responsible for managing farms in the absence of the farm manager under outline of the Farm Managers Production Guide 2. Help with movement of turkey flocks to confinement growing or range 3. Work every other weekend replacing farm manager unless otherwise instructed 4. Assist farm managers in all areas of production as needed 5. Supply reliable transportation to work sites 6. Perform repairs, construction and maintenance on projects as assigned by the supervisor 7. Assist the wash and manure crews with the delivery of shavings or other areas as required 8. Follow sanitation and isolation procedures using tracking patterns 9. Follow safety policies and procedures as recommended 10. Communicate with the supervisor on a regular basis to receive work orders as needed 11. Any and all other duties as assigned by the supervisor **Minimum Qualifications** + Basic math skills and must be able to read and write at a 4th grade level + Must be able to work weekends and supply reliable transportation to work sites + Cannot own or raise any type of fowl (i.e. turkeys, chickens, geese, pheasants, parakeets, etc.) + Must be able to meet all sanitation requirements and able to work in a smoke free environment + PHYSICAL: Ability to work in a dusty environment with ammonia present in all weather conditions while using approved respiratory protection + Facial hair must not compromise the respirator face to mask seal. No beards + Ability to twist, stoop, bend, squat, lift, carry, and reach while handling turkeys. This position also requires you to be able to lift feed, litter and equipment between 10-50 pounds **Preferred Qualifications** + High school diploma or equivalent + Previous animal husbandry experience and/or farm background (2 years) + Must possess a valid drivers license with a good driving record + Entry level computer skills (excel and word) **What you will receive** + Competitive pay + Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program + FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com) + Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants + Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role + Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management + Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available _This position has a strong benefits package_ _including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more._ _Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status._ _At Jennie-O Turkey Store_ _we invite difference and diversity in all aspects._ _We offer a space of support, understanding, and community._ _We are committed to the journey!_ _Learn more about our progress here:_ _https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_ **Requisition ID** : 30629 Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.