General Hatchery Labor 1st Shift- Dahlonega Hatchery

Tyson Foods•Dahlonega, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hatchery Worker is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to hatching, handling, and preparing chicks for transport while maintaining strict animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety standards. Duties include transferring chicks, monitoring hatchery equipment, cleaning and sanitizing machines and rooms, and maintaining accurate records. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in varying environmental conditions to support successful hatchery operations.

Requirements

Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
All applicants must provide their Social Security Number on their application.
Candidates who have worked 3 or more times with Tyson Foods will not be considered.
Rehires will have a waiting period of 90 days before they will be considered for a position at this facility.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Safely transfer chicks from hatchers to chick separator areas.
Correctly load chick trays, box chicks, and prepare them for transport to farms.
Assist in loading dollies of boxed chicks onto trucks for delivery.
Conduct pre-pull counts of hatching chicks before processing.
Perform routine checks of setters, hatchers, and related equipment; record temperature and condition data.
Respond to alarms, equipment issues, or emergencies and notify management immediately.
Clean and sanitize hatchers, trays, dollies, hallways, and associated pipes.
Remove and sanitize equipment in hatchers as required.
Collect, clean, and return reusable chick boxes and trays.
Accurately complete and submit required paperwork at the end of each run.
Perform other related duties as assigned.