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WAP - First Process Transfer Worker, Willmar MN, Jennie-O

CompanyHormel Foods Family of Companies
LocationWillmar
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 21, 2026
About The Company
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The Company lives by its purpose statement — Fueling every day with real food for real life. — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.
About the Role

 

FUELING REAL LIFE

Starting Wage $20.35 per hours  with increases at 6 months and 1 year

 

Job Responsibilities

1. Back-up Poultry transfer worker

2. Lifting birds and hanging birds.

3. Transferring live birds from truck to conveyor.

4. Picking feathers

 

Minimum Qualifications

 * Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

 * Ability to work in extreme conditions: heat, dust, odors.

 * Ability to work well with others.

 * Ability to twist and turn throughout shift.

 * Good attendance record.

Position available:

  • Immediately

Location:

  • Willmar, MN.

What you will receive:

  • Competitive Pay with pay increases 
  • You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your roll.
  • Other components of Hormel Food’s total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, quarterly Pay for Performance payouts and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchases plan, paid vacation, FREE TWO-YEAR community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available.

 

 

 Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

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/

•              Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.

•              Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. 

•              Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)

 

Key Skills
Poultry processingManual laborLiftingTeamworkAttendancePhysical stamina
Categories
ManufacturingFood & BeverageTrades
Benefits
Medical coverageDental coverageVision coverageDiscretionary annual merit increasesQuarterly pay for performance payoutsProfit sharing401(k) with employer matchStock purchases planPaid vacationFree two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The worker is responsible for transferring live birds from trucks to conveyors and performing poultry processing tasks. They will also assist with lifting and hanging birds while maintaining production standards.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$20 - $22
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
4602
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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