Service Room Worker

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.
• Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and dependable individual to join our team in our Service Room area.   Position Purpose  The Service Room Worker will be responsible for carrying out all processing and sorting activities related to the production of turkey poults.
• This includes heel clipping, IR beak blunting, sexing, and sorting turkey poults according to their intended destination or gender.
• The role requires attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency.
• This is a critical role in ensuring that the turkey hatchery produces high-quality poults that meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• The Turkey Hatchery Service Room Worker will play an important part in maintaining the efficiency of the hatchery's processing and sorting operations, using both manual and automated methods to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Essential Duties & Responsibilities  Perform toe removal and beak shortening procedures on turkey poults using approved methods and equipment.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of turkey poults to specific areas of that hatchery Operating automated processing and sorting equipment, including MPSP and PSP machines, and conveyor belts.
• Reporting any abnormalities or issues to the proper management Assisting with other hatchery-related tasks as needed or required.
• Job Specifications  Knowledge Knowledge of turkey egg and poult handling procedures is preferred Familiarity with biosecurity protocols and industry regulations is a plus Skills Attention to detail Good communication Abilities Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.

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