Holding House Loading Tech -2nd Shift

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Handle and move ducks in accordance with Duck Well-Being, Care, and Handling Guidelines; annual recertification is required.


• Collaborate with Live Production drivers to load ducks while consistently following department OAWs and Duck Well-Being, Care, and Handling Guidelines.


• Perform Holding House duties including:




• Unloading market-age duck trailers


• Handling fatigued ducks using totes and carts


• Moving ducks from barn to round room and from round room to belt




• Wash and sanitize market-age duck equipment as required.


• Report any observed irregularities—such as equipment malfunctions or poor air quality—to the supervisor or lead.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements:

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions in English; bilingual proficiency is a plus.


• Candidates with prior poultry industry experience will be given strong consideration.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to safely handle and lift live poultry (up to 10 lbs.) with regular bending and twisting.


• Ability to moderately climb ladders.


• Self-reliant, independent, and able to perform tasks with minimal supervision.


• Ability to follow all policies and procedures, including safety, Duck Well-Being, and Biosecurity guidelines.


• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team across departments and organizational levels.


• Basic knowledge of hand tools preferred.


• Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional in high-pressure or stressful situations while exercising sound judgment.


• Ability to resolve minor issues related to loading/unloading ducks and equipment operation within established guidelines and company policies.

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.


• Physical demands include heavy lifting, prolonged walking, bending, twisting, unloading trucks and trailers, and washing equipment using an industrial pressure-washing system.


• Exposure to chemicals such as disinfectants and solvents may occur.


• Weekend work may be required based on business needs.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Company-provided PPE includes, but is not limited to: non-slip footwear, bump cap, gloves, weather gear, hearing protection, and dust mask.


• One pair of non-slip footwear is provided within the first 60 days of employment. Upon completion of the orientation period, the employee will be enrolled in the footwear program.

• Completed their orientation period they will be placed on the footwear program.