Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and dependable individual to join our sanitation team.

POSITION PURPOSE
The Turkey Hatchery Sanitation Worker will be responsible for ensuring that the hatchery facilities, equipment, and tools are kept clean and sanitized in compliance with all biosecurity protocols and industry regulations. The role requires a high level of attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the turkeys, which is essential for their growth and development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Clean and sanitize hatchery facilities, equipment, and tools using approved cleaning agents and methods.
• Follow established protocols for disinfecting equipment and tools, including service room, unloading/loading docks, transfer area and various specialty turkey hatching gadgets.
• Dispose of waste materials, including hatchery debris and manure, in accordance with industry regulations and biosecurity protocols.
• Communicate any sanitation-related concerns or issues to the Hatchery Manager or other relevant staff members.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies related to sanitation and biosecurity.
• Assist with other hatchery-related tasks as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge
• Knowledge of sanitation best practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with biosecurity and industry regulations is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures for cleaning and disinfecting hatchery facilities and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify potential sanitation issues.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Previous experience in a sanitation role, preferably in an agricultural or food production setting.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English- preferred

Schedule:

• Core business hours: Night shift, start and end times may vary.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends as needed.

Working conditions
Hatcheries have a range of working conditions depending on the department. Majority of the positions have a room temperature of mid to high 70s. Fluff is a natural byproduct of hatching birds, which can be spread throughout the facility. Cleaning is very important to maintain a safe environment for the poults, so some washing with hot water may be required which may raise humidity in certain cases. Deviations of these conditions is dependent on department and the need for the eggs or poults.

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: $18.48 
This is a full time job.

Apply Online or to Further Inquire, Contact:
Francisca Gonzalez/ HR Specialist

Francisca.gonzalez@life - scienceinnovations.com
320-222-9827

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Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work

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