Hatchery Associate

waynefarms; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Decatur, AL, seeks a dedicated team member to transfer eggs from egg buggies into setter machines, while adhering to PPE and all company policies and animal welfare guidelines.

You will perform machine checks, pull and push buggies, and clean and sanitize machines and areas. The shift includes nights, weekends and extended hours with a strong work ethic.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred; hatchery experience is a plus. Wayne Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.
• Perform machine checks.
• Pull and push egg buggies.
• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, buggies, etc.
• Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and laws.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Night/weekend shifts

Strong work ethic

Poultry handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for transferring a specified number of eggs from egg buggies to setter machine. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Perform machine checks.


• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.


• Pull and push egg buggies.


• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, buggies, etc.


• Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations.


• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.


• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.


• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience.


• Basic math functions and skills.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.


• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand up to 8 hours.


• Lift up to 60 lbs.


• Frequent exposure to heat (incubators are 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit).


• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.


• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.


• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.