Full-Time Hatchery Worker (NS)

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Employment Status Available: Full-Time averaging 35 hours a week

Job Site Location: Kentville, NS

Start Date: Start of July

Starting At: $17.60 per hour

Atlantic Poultry Incorporated (API) provides high quality poultry products to customers throughout NB, NS, PEI and NL. API has evolved to become a significant stakeholder in the Atlantic Canada agriculture industry. We continue to be 100% owned by Atlantic Canadians and our goal is to maintain a strong and locally owned poultry industry.

SUMMARY

The Hatchery Worker is responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the Hatchery equipment and building as well as the removal of chicks from hatchers and transfer of eggs from setters to hatchers. The Hatchery Worker will be responsible for boxing eggs and egg transfers.

SCHEDULE

The work schedule for this position is a rotation that includes weekends. The individual must be able to work flexible hours including some holidays and be available to answer on-call alarms.

MAJOR DUTIES

· Box eggs and egg transfers

· Handle chicks and eggs

· Clean and disinfect equipment using appropriate method (high pressure, mop, washer, etc.)

· General cleaning and set up of equipment and rooms

· Assist with building and equipment maintenance, as necessary

· Follow safety rules and guidelines

· Assist with after hours checks and putting eggs in incubators as required

· Other related chores as required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or equivalent preferred
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation to and from work
• Does not have a backyard flock – no contact with chickens, turkeys, geese, or pet birds
• Ability to work with poultry
• Strong commitment to health & safety
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Ability to work in a team environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position operates indoors in a production environment. Work environment is warm and humid and dusty at times with strong odours. Standing for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, and heavy lifting are common.

HOW TO APPLY

API offers you an opportunity to work in the dynamic poultry industry and competitive wages. All interested applicants are asked to submit a resume. We appreciate all interest, however, only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kentville, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you have your own backyard flock? Any chickens, turkeys, geese, any pet birds?

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-07-03