Hatchery Associate - 1st shift

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.

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.

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.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).