Hatchery Worker
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Lynden
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company
heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a
goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we
create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice
customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are
raised for food.SummaryThe Hatchery Worker is responsible for
working in all areas of the hatchery with the primary
responsibility being to work on the transfer crew and processing
crew as needed. Must not have exposure to poultry or birds outside
of work.This position has a target wage of $17.75 - $18.05 per hour
and is eligible for comprehensive benefits.BenefitsPerdue offers a
comprehensive benefits package that includes options for medical,
dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance,
short and long-term disability protection, and flexible spending
accounts. Perdue also offers a 401(k) savings plan with company
match.$3,000 RetentionPayout:$600
30 days$600
60 days$600
90 days$1,200
6 monthsPrincipal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform
duties in all areas of the hatchery as assigned:Tray eggs from farm
racks or cases into incubator racksLoad incubators according to
scheduleClean and disinfect incubators, hatchers, egg room,
processing room, and hatchery equipmentTransfer eggs from
incubators to Hatcher trays as part of the Transfer Team following
SOPsAssist in all chick processing functionsMonitor machines and
equipment for proper operation and document findings. Make
adjustments as necessary or informsupervisor when machine or
equipment performance is deficientPerform minor maintenance duties
as requiredObserve all company personnel, safety, quality,and food
safety policiesMust not have exposure to poultry or birds outside
of workAdhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and
reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and
Process Safety Management related mattersAll other duties as
assignedExperience RequirementsAbility to work independentlyGood
mechanical abilitiesAbility to adapt and learn various positions
and proceduresEnvironmental Factors and Physicals Requirements
Ability to lift egg cases weighing up to 50 poundsExposed to
temperatures ranging from 60 - 105 degreesHumidity up to 100%Work
in a wet, damp, dusty (chick down) environmentExposureto
chemicalsand vaccines used in a Hatchery ProcessMust wear and
useprotective and safety equipment as required for the job as
directed by companyPerdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity /
Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Keywords: Perdue Farms, Bellingham , Hatchery Worker, Other , Lynden, Washington
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