Hatchery Associate-1st Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is hiring for a shift-based egg processing role. You will transfer eggs from buggies to setter machines, perform routine machine checks, and maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas.

Role requires ability to work unsupervised, and willingness to cover nights, weekends, and extended shifts. Benefits start day one; on-the-job training is provided and safety is prioritized.

Qualifications

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.
• Perform machine checks and clean/sanitize equipment.
• Move and handle egg buggies safely, including pulling/pushing.
• Follow safety rules and PPE requirements at all times.
• Adhere to NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and company policies.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Night/weekend work

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 6:45am-3:00pm
• Pay Rate-$18.95
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 6:45am-3:00pm
• Pay Rate-$18.95
• Benefits available Day One
• On the job training

SHIFT DETAILS:

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.