Fairplains Hatchery: 1st Shift Hatchery Operator HY

Pay is $17.20 per hour.

Schedule:

Sun 6am-4pm Mon 3am-11am Tues 3am-11am Thurs 3am-11am Fri 3am-9am. Shift times and days will vary depending on production needs. Holiday work will be required sometimes.

Must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.

MUST HAVE 6 MONTHS WORK HISTORY in the last 12 months documented within your application’s work history and/or resume. Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.

MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

• Work effectively in damp and warm conditions.
• Lift, push, and pull 40+ pounds on a regular basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management at both hatchery locations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area that is free of clutter and tripping hazards.
• Conduct machine checks by following established procedures and documenting findings.
• Start generators and perform basic machine maintenance when operational issues arise.
• Communicate equipment and operational concerns to management and maintenance personnel.
• Work independently as required, including shifts where working alone may be necessary.

Ability to perform various hatchery duties, including:

• Pulling and grading chicks
• Conducting breakouts
• Washing trays and equipment
• Moving buggies
• Cleaning work areas
• Placing chickens in houses
• Mixing vaccines
• Dispensing formaldehyde
• Operating Embrex machines
• Assisting with egg traying and egg setting
• Working varying shifts, hours, and days as needed

Ability to stand for the duration of the shift (typically 10 hours, including two unpaid 30-minute breaks).

Ability to bend, twist, turn, reach, and move continuously to monitor and maintain production flow.

Strong hand-eye coordination.

Ability to perform frequent physical activities, including:

• Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing

Squatting

Ability to obtain and maintain:
Lockout/Tagout Certification, Pallet Jack Certification, Moffett License

Required equipment and PPE may include:

• Gloves (provided if desired) Water-resistant, slip-resistant footwear Electric hand jack

Required PPE:

• Hearing protection (ear plugs or ear muffs)
• Hair bonnet
• Beard guard (if applicable)
• Respirator

Requirements: A respirator must be worn when dispensing formaldehyde. Employees must be clean‑shaven where the respirator seals against the face (no beard growth greater than 24 hours). Mustaches are permitted only if trimmed and cropped outside the corners of the mouth to ensure a proper respirator seal.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America). Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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