Hatchery Operative

Avara Foods Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading poultry supplier in Quainton is looking for a part-time Hatchery Operative. No experience is required, as full training will be provided. The role includes sorting chicks, cleaning equipment, and ensuring biosecurity. The position offers £12.75 per hour, with guaranteed hours and potential for overtime. Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for development in a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

£12.75 per hour (paid weekly)

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 required.
• Relevant experience is desirable, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Sort chicks into required grades and quantities.
• Assist in moving eggs from storage to incubation equipment.
• Clean equipment after use to high standards.
• Follow biosecurity procedures.
• Observe bird welfare and health and safety.

Skills

Good teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexible attitude

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for a Hatchery Operative to join our team at our Hatchery in Quainton, Buckinghamshire! No experience necessary, full training is provided! This Role Is Part Time

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

41 hours per week

• Monday & Tuesday - 0600 - 1600
• Wednesday - 0600 - 1230
• Friday 0600 - 1530

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.

• 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

A little about us

We are a leading supplier of chicken, turkey and duck products into an impressive range of customers in the UK retail and food service sectors. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 6000 people.

Our Working Environment

As a valued member of our Operational team you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognized and rewarded.

What happens after you apply for this role?

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at our Hereford site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role. If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Important: Bird Welfare

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

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Apply today!

Apply today!