Headstart Hatchery Worker Backcrew

Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and dependable individual to join our team in our Transfer area.   POSITION PURPOSE The Hatchery Worker will be responsible for the movement of turkey eggs and poults between different parts of the hatchery with the assistance of automation.

This includes loading and unloading eggs from incubators manually and transfer into hatcher baskets with automated equipment.

Once transfer is complete, manually pushing the baskets into hatchers for the remaining hatching time.

This is an important job that requires careful attention to detail and a commitment to animal welfare.

The Hatchery worker will play a critical role in ensuring that turkey eggs and poults are properly cared for and maintained during the transfer process, using automated equipment and machinery to maximize efficiency and productivity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate automated equipment used for transferring turkey eggs.
• Manually carting embryos and poults between different parts of the hatchery, including       incubators, hatchers, and service room.
• Handling embryos and poults in a humane manner with maximum animal welfare.
• Labelling embryos and poults correct to ensure proper orders are fulfilled
• Assisting with other hatchery-related task as needed  Any other duties as assigned  JOB SPECIFICATIONS  Knowledge :
• Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred    Familiarity with biosecurity protocols and industry regulations is a plus    Skills
• Attention to detail and ability to accurately label and identify eggs and poults    Bilingual in Spanish and English -preferred  Abilities
• A Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.

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Deviations of these conditions is dependent on department and the need for the eggs or poults.   Who We Are :

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