Hatchery Associate I

Aviagen•Quitman, GA

17h

About The Position

Aviagen is looking for candidates to fill roles on our Hatchery Service Team. We offer good pay and excellent benefits. Job Description: Check & Grade Chicks to the Quality Standard. Ensure all equipment being used is in good working order and sufficient stocks of consumable material are available to achieve requirements. Build Boxes for chick transport and complete labels to distinguish orders. 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. Manual Handling when transferring eggs to other trolleys and other parts of the hatchery. Be confident that standards of chick & egg welfare are met at all times in the handling of chicks/eggs during the various treatments.

Requirements

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
Should be self-motivated and 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

Responsibilities

Check & Grade Chicks to the Quality Standard
Ensure all equipment being used is in good working order and sufficient stocks of consumable material are available to achieve requirements
Build Boxes for chick transport and complete labels to distinguish orders
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
Manual Handling when transferring eggs to other trolleys and other parts of the hatchery
Be confident that standards of chick & egg welfare are met at all times in the handling of chicks/eggs during the various treatments