Hatchery Associate 1st Shift

waynefarms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Hazlehurst, MS is seeking an Egg Transfer Operator who moves eggs from egg buggies to setter machines, while strictly using PPE and following NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and all laws and regulations.

The role requires working unsupervised, standing up to 8 hours, lifting up to 60 lbs, and availability for nights, weekends and holidays. Training on machine checks and sanitation is provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from egg buggies to 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 local, state and federal laws, and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Night shifts

Integrity

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.