Hatchery Associate - 1st Shift

Wayne Farms; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day 1

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Texas is seeking a dedicated team member for 1st shift working 4:45 am to 1:00 pm, with pay $19.00 per hour. This role involves transferring eggs from egg buggies to setter machines, operating under PPE and company policies, and maintaining a clean work environment.

On-the-job training is provided, with benefits available from Day 1. The position requires standing up to 8 hours, lifting up to 60 lbs, and working in a hot, wet environment typical of hatchery settings.

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

• 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.

Skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Night shifts

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:

• 1st Shift 4:45 am - 1:00 pm - Pay $19.00
• Benefits available Day 1
• On the Job Training

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.