Free Range Poultry: Hen Care & Egg Packing

NXTRecruitment; Penrith; On-site; GBP 48,216,000 - 57,859,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Workplace pension

Guaranteed hours

Free parking

Free transport from Carlisle

Egg discounts

Job summary

The Lakes Free Range Egg Company is seeking reliable workers for poultry unit operations near Penrith, Cumbria. You will help with welfare, collection, sorting and packing of free-range eggs, while adhering to biosecurity and hygiene standards.

Full training is provided. Expect a 8am–5pm schedule on a 6 days on / 2 days off rota, with overtime at enhanced rates and a weekly attendance bonus of £42.

Qualifications

• Previous agricultural experience is an advantage but not essential as full training is provided.
• Reliability and excellent timekeeping are required.
• Multi-tasking and good attention to detail are essential.
• A willingness to learn and a positive manner are important.

Responsibilities

• For biosecurity reasons you must not keep any birds at home.
• Collect eggs from conveyor belt.
• Sort and pack eggs into trays.
• Pack eggs onto pallets.
• Update egg records/complete basic paperwork.
• Check & maintain housing and outdoor ranges.
• Walking the hen shed to see the girls are OK.
• Letting hens onto their range.
• Hen husbandry tasks (on job training will be given).
• Daily cleaning down of egg stores.
• Maintain hygiene & biosecurity standards.

Skills

Reliability

Timekeeping

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Job description

The Lakes Free Range Egg Company is seeking reliable workers for poultry unit operations near Penrith, Cumbria. You will help with welfare, collection, sorting and packing of free-range eggs, while adhering to biosecurity and hygiene standards.

Full training is provided. Expect a 8am–5pm schedule on a 6 days on / 2 days off rota, with overtime at enhanced rates and a weekly attendance bonus of £42.