Hatchery Attendant-2nd Shift

waynefarms; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day one

On the job training

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Texas is seeking a Hatchery Attendant to support daily hatchery operations, including egg handling, incubation, chick care, and facility maintenance. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to biosecurity protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include hourly checks of hatchers/setters, responding to alarms, securing facilities, and assisting with fumigation and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be able to complete required logs and forms.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written, with all levels of the organization.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, irregular and extended shift hours.
• Must follow detailed processes and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Makes hourly checks of all hatchers and setters, recording problems and performing minor repairs.
• Call Maintenance/Management for major repairs.
• Check humidifier leaks, ensure curtains closed and proper turning.
• Respond to hatchery alarms and coordinate repairs with management.
• Secure hatchery by locking doors after daytime shift.
• Learn to operate auxiliary power unit and switch panels during power loss.
• Notify Hatchery Manager/Egg Supervisor of power failures.
• Refill and replace wick reservoirs as instructed.
• Assist with continuous fumigation of hatchers.
• Handle eggs with care during traying and movement.
• Clean areas as assigned by Sanitation Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Log documentation

Clear communication

Shift flexibility

Ability to follow processes

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:

Monday 11p-8a Tues 10p-8a Friday 5p-3a Sat 2p-12a
Off Days-Wed, Thurs, and Sun
Pay Rate-$19.45
Benefits available Day One
On the job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Hatchery Attendant is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the hatchery, including egg handling, incubation, chick care, and facility maintenance. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to biosecurity protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Makes hourly checks of all hatchers and setters, recording all problems found and making minor repairs when possible.
• Calls the Maintenance and/or Management Department when major repairs are required.
• Makes periodic checks inside the setters and hatchers for humidifier leaks, curtains closed and proper turning.
• Responds to alarms in hatchery -Turn failures, high temperature, Low temperature. Repairing issues or notifying management
• Makes a security check of all doors, locking all outside doors after the daytime employees have gone.
• Learns proper method of operating the auxiliary power unit and electrical panel change-over in time of power failure.
• Notifies Hatchery Manager/Egg Supervisor when a power failure occurs in the Hatchery.
• Refills and replaces wick reservoirs as required by supervisor's instructions.
• Assists with the continuous fumigation schedule for the hatchers.
• Uses repetitive motion when traying eggs.
• Responsible for cleaning areas assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Must have a current and valid driver's license and meet MVR requirements.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to complete required logs and forms.
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization, strong attention to detail, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, irregular, and extended shift hours.
• Must be able to follow detailed processes.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory (hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, mask, safety vest).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

*In addition to meeting the basic qualifications for new employees, the employee must also meet the following qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, using rotating shifts.
• Able to work alone.
• Able to work in various temperatures.
• Able to work in wet and humid environments.
• Able to bend, stoop, reach, grasp, twist, and kneel.
• Able to lift 40 lbs. or more, utilizing proper lifting techniques.
• Able to work in noisy and dusty environments.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Tolerate exposure to chemicals within OSHA limits.
• Able to wear all required PPE.
• Must be able to push/pull egg racks weighing up to 700 pounds.

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.