Hatchery Associate I

Aviagen is looking for candidates to fill roles on our Hatchery Service Team. We offer good pay and excellent benefits.

• Check & Grade Chicks to the Quality Standard
• Should be self-motivated able to perform duties unsupervised and possess a positive attitude. Able to perform under stress and have good decision-making skills, take initiative, and strive for continuous improvement.
• Build Boxes for chick transport and complete labels to distinguish orders
• Manual Handling when transferring eggs to other trolleys and other parts of the hatchery
• Ensure all equipment being used is in good working order and sufficient stocks of consumable material are available to achieve requirements.
• Be confident that standards of chick & egg welfare are met at all times in the handling of chicks/eggs during the various treatments
• Ensure you follow appropriate cleaning ad hygiene standards according to agreed company protocols.
• Ensure you follow safe working practices and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Ensure all accident and near miss reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensure high standards of biosecurity are maintained at all times.

Ability to handle moderate to physical work- pushing and pulling Trolleys up to 50 Lbs

Basic Math Skills

Must be able to complete repetitive work and stand for extended periods of time

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure

Proven reliability in work attendance and willingness to give best effort

Ability to Work with a team

Good Communication Skills

Knowledge and understanding of simple Microsoft programs such as Excel & Word

Aviagen is a global leader in poultry breeding, dedicated to providing sustainable and high-quality chicken protein through innovative breeding practices and strong partnerships.

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