Job Description

The Opportunity:

Looking for a part-time opportunity where no two days are exactly the same?

Join our New Hamburg Hatchery in a flexible production role that gives you the opportunity to learn different areas of our operation, work with multiple departments, and develop a broad range of skills through hands-on cross-training. Our workplace is conveniently located approximately 15 minutes from Kitchener

As a Hatchery Worker – Production, you may work in areas such as the Chick Room, Sanitation, Box Wash, Hatcher operations, and Delivery, depending on production needs. It’s a excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, learning new tasks, and being part of a team.

What you need to know:

- Hourly Rate: $20.90 – $21.90, based on progression
- Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
- ⏰ Morning Shift: 5:00 a.m. to finish
OR
- ⏰ Afternoon Shift: 1:00 p.m. to finish
- Part-time: Maximum 30 hours per week
- Location: New Hamburg, approximately 15 minutes from Kitchener
- No formal education required




- ‍ On-the-job training and cross-training provided

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

One of the best parts of this position is the opportunity to gain experience across different areas of the hatchery.

Depending on where support is needed, your day could include:

- Chick Room: Learn how to grade and sort chicks while meeting quality, animal welfare and biosecurity standards.
- Hatcher & Sanitation: Help clean and sanitize hatchery equipment and production areas using established sanitation procedures.
- Box Wash: Clean and sanitize chick boxes, dollies and egg trays that are essential to keeping daily hatchery operations moving.
- Production Support: Cross-train in different general labour positions and step into areas where the team needs additional support.

This variety provides the opportunity to build experience in several parts of our operation rather than being limited to one production area.

📌 Hatchery Worker - Production (Part-Time) (New Hamburg)
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