Full-Time

CVP Operator

Posted on 9/11/2026

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

1,001-5,000 employees

Nation's third-largest poultry producer

Compensation Overview

$19.40/hr

Union Springs, AL, USA

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Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • Ability to operate the CVP Machine.
  • Ability to push up to 70 pounds.
  • Ability to recognize proper carbon dioxide levels.
  • Ability to determine whether a bag has the correct seal.
  • Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
  • Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a hairnet, beard net, shoe covers, gloves, smock, and earplugs, as applicable.
  • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment at approximately 45°F (4°C).
  • Ability to stand for an eight-hour shift.
  • Ability to work in an environment with noise exceeding 85 decibels, carbon dioxide, and moving production equipment.
  • Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
Responsibilities
  • Pull boxes off the conveyor or belt and place them on the CVP Machine.
  • Operate the CVP Machine to cryovac the bags.
  • Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
  • Complete tasks assigned by members of management.
  • Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Poultry experience.
Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

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Wayne-Sanderson Farms is a large poultry producer that raises and processes chicken for retail, foodservice, and other customers. It operates 23 facilities across Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas, and employs more than 26,000 people. It offers a broad portfolio of brands, including WAYNE FARMS, SANDERSON FARMS, COVINGTON FARMS, PLATINUM HARVEST, CHEF’S CRAFT, and NAKED TRUTH, with both fresh and further-processed chicken. The company focuses on affordable, high-quality poultry and emphasizes integrity and responsible farm and workplace practices to serve customers and communities.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oakwood, Georgia

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • July 2025 Harrison Poultry deal added 1,000 employees and nearly 400 million pounds capacity.
  • May 2026 Mississippi State feed mill partnership strengthens recruitment, research ties, and brand visibility.
  • August 2026 safety awards across 18 facilities signal operational discipline and lower incident risk.

What critics are saying

  • January 2025 DOJ said Wayne-Sanderson violated its Agri Stats consent decree.
  • Agri Stats litigation can trigger stricter monitoring, injunctions, and costly compliance changes by 2026.
  • A future DOJ remedy restricting benchmarking data would cripple pricing intelligence across poultry operations.

What makes Wayne-Sanderson Farms unique

  • Vertically integrated third-largest U.S. poultry producer, spanning feed, hatchery, processing, and transport.
  • July 2025 Harrison Poultry acquisition deepens Georgia footprint and broadens halal, international brands.
  • 2026 leadership promotions centralize supply chain and operations under Kevin McDaniel.

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Company News

Poultry Producer
Jul 28th, 2025
Wayne-Sanderson Farms Acquires Harrison Poultry, Expanding Its Footprint in Georgia - Poultry Producer

Wayne-Sanderson Farms, one of the largest vertically integrated poultry producers in the U.S., has announced the acquisition of Harrison Poultry, solidifying its presence in Georgia and expanding operational capacity across […]

PR Newswire
Jan 19th, 2025
Wayne-Sanderson Farms Seeks Relief From Court Against Recent Actions By The U.S. Department Of Justice

OAKWOOD, Ga., Jan. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayne-Sanderson Farms today filed its own motion seeking clarity and relief from the court that its participation in the industry-standard Agri Stats subscription service is lawful and permitted. This was necessitated by unprecedented actions taken by the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. At 2:15 a.m. Saturday morning, the Division filed a motion seeking to declare the Company in violation of the Consent Decree and to force the Company to abandon its longstanding use of the industry benchmarking service Agri Stats

PR Newswire
Jun 4th, 2024
Sanderson Farms Brand Debuts Industry-First Artificial Intelligence Chicken Chatbot Tool

Latest Innovation by Wayne-Sanderson Farms Brand Enhances Online Customer ServiceOAKWOOD, Ga., June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- What if instead of having to search online for ideas on what to do with the fresh chicken in the fridge, consumers could ask the experts at Sanderson Farms® for specially-crafted recipes and inspiration for their next meal? This is where the revolutionary new artificial intelligence (AI) Chicken ChatBot comes in. Affectionally known as "Sandy" and powered by OpenAI's API for ChatGPT, consumers can start a chat on the Sanderson Farms website for quick cooking tips, fast recipe finds, helpful serving suggestions, and more. Meet Sandy our new chatbot. "We are proud to introduce Sandy, the first-ever chicken chatbot tool, to answer just about any question as it relates to recipes and cooking tips," said Hilary Burroughs, Vice President of Marketing for Wayne-Sanderson Farms. "We hope consumers find Sandy to be polite, witty and helpful, just like a good friend, to discuss all things chicken."When visiting the Sanderson Farms website, consumers will be prompted to start a chat with Sandy to answer their chicken queries. Sandy is equipped to share delicious chicken recipes based on the unique details provided, and can make recommendations for specific dietary needs and preferences, like gluten-free, Keto, and low-fat