Transfer Associate 2nd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Mississippi seeks a dedicated team member to transfer eggs from buggies to setter machines, while consistently wearing PPE and following NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and all laws. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 60 lbs, with the possibility of night and weekend shifts in a fast-paced hatchery environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic math skills, plus willingness to work in a wet, hot environment and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transfer a specified number of eggs from egg buggies to setter machines.
• Perform machine checks and maintain PPE.
• Pull and push egg buggies and handle equipment safely.
• Clean and sanitize machines, floors, drains, baskets, and buggies.
• Comply with all company policies and applicable regulations.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Shift flexibility

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.