Hatchery #3- Night Watch Associate
Salisbury, Maryland, United States Job ID 76859 Job Category ProductionPerdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
Summary
This position is responsible for the following duties:
- To visually check and record machine temps. and humidity on all incubators and hatchers at regular intervals.
- Contact maintenance of any problems. Unload and load egg trucks.
- Mark on eggs and roll them out for egg setters.
- Check chick readiness 12 hours before pull and take rectal temperatures.
- Fog the hatchery to help keep bacteria and mold counts down.
This position has a target wage of $16.40 per hour. (Overtime may be avaiable)
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Every 3 hrs. associate must visually check all hatchers and incubators for proper running temps. and humidity levels and record readings on the designated forms.
- Also record hall temps, static pressure, and water temps.
- Respond promptly to any alarms.
- When a mechanical problem is found the associate must attempt to correct the problem or call a maintenance person immediately for assistance.
- Unload egg trucks as they arrive.
- Trucks will have up to 36 racks weighing 500 lbs. each that will have to be pushed a distance of 100 ft.
- Reload truck with empty racks weighing 150 lbs. each.
- Clean egg truck prior to reloading.
- Mark on eggs and roll them out for the egg setters to the incubators that are being set that night.
- Do chick readiness and rectal temperatures on the hatchers designated by management 12 hours before pull.
- Fog the hatchery and record the time fogged for each room in the hatchery.
- Any other job duties requested by management.
Minimum Education
- High school or equivalent
Experience Requirements
Experience Preferred
- Reading and writing skills preferred.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
- Exposed to temperatures ranging from 60 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit and humidities up to 100%.
- Exposed to chemicals, drups and vaccines to be covered in MSDS training and hazardous communications.
- Use personal protective equipment as required.
- Ability to lift 4 lbs. to a height of 6 feet, to push 75 lbs. a distance of 75 feet and lift 20 - 25 lbs. to a height of 3 feet.
- Must be able to work in a wet, damp, dusty (chick down) environment.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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