Hatchery Associate - 1st shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Samson (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Samson, Alabama, is looking for an Egg Transfer Operator. Primary responsibilities include transferring eggs from buggies to setter machines and maintaining compliance with safety policies. Candidates should have a strong work ethic and be able to lift up to 60 lbs.

Preferred qualifications include a High School Diploma and experience in the hatchery or poultry industry. The role requires working in a physically demanding environment, adhering to all safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Experience in hatchery or poultry industry preferred.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine checks for proper functionality.
• Transfer eggs from buggies to setter machines.
• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, and equipment.

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

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.