Hatchery Operative

Avara Foods Ltd; Caynham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Hatchery Operative for its hatchery in Caynham, Shropshire. The role requires sorting chicks, assisting with eggs, and ensuring biosecurity. Ideal candidates should possess good teamwork and communication skills, along with a flexible attitude. Full training is provided, making it suitable for those without prior experience. This temporary role offers £12.75 per hour and secure contract hours with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

£12.75 per hour

Training and development from day one

Secure contract with guaranteed hours

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• A good level of English and basic numeracy skills.
• Relevant experience is desirable but not essential as full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring chicks are sorted into required grades and quantities.
• Assisting in moving eggs from storage to incubating machines.
• Cleaning all equipment after use to high standards.
• Safeguarding bio security and following strict procedures.
• Observing bird welfare and health and safety on site.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for a Hatchery Operative to join our team at our hatchery in Caynham, Shropshire!

Temporary until 31/03/2026

What’s in it for you

• £12.75 per hour (paid weekly)
• Training and development from day one
• Secure contract, guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime
• Free on-site parking

*T’s & C’s apply

Working Hours

Mon, Tue, Thurs & Fri - 6:00 to 14:00

About the role

As a Hatchery Operative, working as a part of the Hatchery Team, you’ll help assist the hatchery and play a key role in the daily duties which are fundamental to our entire business.

Key responsibilities

• Ensuring chicks are sorted into the required grades and quantities, ready for farm delivery
• Assisting in the effective movement of eggs from storage to incubating machines and then to hatching machines
• Cleaning all equipment after use to the required high standards
• Safeguarding bio security and following these strict procedures
• Observing bird welfare and health and safety on site at all times

What are we looking for

• A good level of English and basic numeracy skills
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Attention to detail and a flexible attitude to tasks
• Relevant experience is desirable, but not essential as full training is provided

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry.

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