About this role

Job Description Summary:
CWT Farms International is seeking an experienced Hatchery associate II to support daily chick processing experience and the ability to assist with coordinating workflow, maintaining accuracy in chick counts, and supporting the processing team to ensure production goals are met while following hatchery biosecurity and animal welfare standards.
Job Description:

· Perform chick processing tasks including sorting, counting, and preparing chicks for shipment.

· Assist with organizing workflow within the processing room to ensure production runs efficiently.

· Handle chicks carefully while maintaining animal welfare standards.

· Maintain accurate counts and attention to detail during processing activities.

· Assist with training and guiding Hatchery Associate I – Processing Room employees.

· Operate processing equipment when properly trained.

· Follow all biosecurity, sanitation, and safety procedures.

· Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the processing room.

· Report equipment issues or operational concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications:

- High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
- Must be able to complete repetitive work and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure
- Must be able to perform tasks with limited supervision
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in hatchery conditions including humidity and sanitation environments.
- Must have own reliable transportation
- Proven reliability in work attendance and willingness to give best effort

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to handle moderate physical work
- Work with chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants

- Stand for extended periods of time (8+ hours)
- Grip, grasp or twist using hands and wrists
- Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs
- Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift
- Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments
- Routinely work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays
- Routine handling and interacting with day-old chicks
- Ongoing presence of hatchery related debris, smells and odors
- Climate exposure both hot and cold
- Working in damp and/or wet environment

- Working in a loud/noisy environment

Work Authorization:

- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

EEOC Statement:

- We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.