Hatchery Worker

Main responsibilities

This integral role involves various tasks within the hatchery process, ensuring the well-being of poultry and contributing to the overall success of our operations.

• Egg Management: Monitor and maintain optimal conditions for eggs in incubators.
• Incubation Oversight: Manage the incubation process, maintaining specified temperature and humidity levels.
• Hatching Assistance: Monitor and assist in the hatching process, providing timely intervention when necessary.
• Chick Care: Handle and transfer chicks with care to appropriate areas.
• Health Checks: Conduct basic health inspections on chicks, promptly addressing any abnormalities.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of hatch rates, incubation conditions, and observations.
• Sanitization: Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, incubators, and work areas.
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth workflow.
• Adherence to Protocols: Follow established protocols and procedures to ensure hatchery operations meet high standards.
• Communication: Report any issues or deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor promptly.

About you

• Applicants MUST be able to provide a five year work history
• Due to the nature of the role,  it is necessary to have full colour vision.  You will be required to take a colour blindness test
• Capable of working with minimum supervision
• Personable and friendly.

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.