Hatchery Associate-2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Pleasant Hill (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Pleasant Hill, NC is seeking a dedicated hatchery associate to transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines and perform related duties.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 60 lbs, and work in a hot, dusty environment with frequent bending and reaching.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from buggies into setter machines.
• Perform machine checks and maintenance.
• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, and buggies.
• Follow company safety policies and NCC guidelines.

Skills

Poultry handling

Shift flexibility

PPE compliance

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma

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.