Headstart Hatchery Worker Backcrew
Willmar, MN
Temporary to Full Time
Entry Level
Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and dependable individual to join our team in our Transfer area.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Hatchery Worker will be responsible for the movement of turkey eggs and poults between different parts of the hatchery with the assistance of automation. This includes loading and unloading eggs from incubators manually and transfer into hatcher baskets with automated equipment. Once transfer is complete, manually pushing the baskets into hatchers for the remaining hatching time. This is an important job that requires careful attention to detail and a commitment to animal welfare. The Hatchery worker will play a critical role in ensuring that turkey eggs and poults are properly cared for and maintained during the transfer process, using automated equipment and machinery to maximize efficiency and productivity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Operate automated equipment used for transferring turkey eggs.
• Manually carting embryos and poults between different parts of the hatchery, including incubators, hatchers, and service room.
• Handling embryos and poults in a humane manner with maximum animal welfare.
• Labelling embryos and poults correct to ensure proper orders are fulfilled
• Any other duties as assigned JOB SPECIFICATIONS Knowledge • Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred Skills
• Attention to detail and ability to accurately label and identify eggs and poults Abilities
• A Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks. Experience
• Previous Hatchery experience preferred Schedule
• Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends as needed.
Schedule:
Who We Are:
Headstart Hatching is the first turkey hatchery in the world to hatch commercial poults with immediate access to feed and water from the moment the hatchling leaves the egg and throughout their stay from hatch to the farm. This industry-changing technology will eventually be shared with the world, but first we are going to put it to good use for our region’s benefit. Located in Willmar, MN, we are part of a family of companies that have made this place our home for over 75 years, and Headstart Hatching is the next (and not last) company we have committed to build here.
Benefits at Headstart Hatching:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, company paid short-term disability, and company paid life insurance.
Pay rate: $17.44
This is a Temporary to full time position.
Apply Online or to Further Inquire, Contact:
Francisca Gonzalez/ HR Specialist
[email protected]
320-222-9827
POSITION PURPOSE
The Hatchery Worker will be responsible for the movement of turkey eggs and poults between different parts of the hatchery with the assistance of automation. This includes loading and unloading eggs from incubators manually and transfer into hatcher baskets with automated equipment. Once transfer is complete, manually pushing the baskets into hatchers for the remaining hatching time. This is an important job that requires careful attention to detail and a commitment to animal welfare. The Hatchery worker will play a critical role in ensuring that turkey eggs and poults are properly cared for and maintained during the transfer process, using automated equipment and machinery to maximize efficiency and productivity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Operate automated equipment used for transferring turkey eggs.
• Manually carting embryos and poults between different parts of the hatchery, including incubators, hatchers, and service room.
• Handling embryos and poults in a humane manner with maximum animal welfare.
• Labelling embryos and poults correct to ensure proper orders are fulfilled
• Any other duties as assigned JOB SPECIFICATIONS Knowledge • Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred Skills
• Attention to detail and ability to accurately label and identify eggs and poults Abilities
• A Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks. Experience
• Previous Hatchery experience preferred Schedule
• Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends as needed.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English- preferred
Schedule:
- Work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Who We Are:
Headstart Hatching is the first turkey hatchery in the world to hatch commercial poults with immediate access to feed and water from the moment the hatchling leaves the egg and throughout their stay from hatch to the farm. This industry-changing technology will eventually be shared with the world, but first we are going to put it to good use for our region’s benefit. Located in Willmar, MN, we are part of a family of companies that have made this place our home for over 75 years, and Headstart Hatching is the next (and not last) company we have committed to build here.
Benefits at Headstart Hatching:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, company paid short-term disability, and company paid life insurance.
Pay rate: $17.44
This is a Temporary to full time position.
Apply Online or to Further Inquire, Contact:
Francisca Gonzalez/ HR Specialist
[email protected]
320-222-9827
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