Hatching Labor

The Hatchery Laborer is responsible for assisting with daily hatchery operations, including handling eggs and baby chicks, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

They also: 

• Handle, sort, count, and transfer baby chicks and eggs.

• Load and unload egg trays, chick boxes, and hatchery equipment.

• Clean and sanitize equipment, trays, carts, and work areas.

• Remove eggshells, debris, and waste materials.

• Follow company safety, sanitation, biosecurity, and animal welfare procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Previous poultry or hatchery experience preferred but not required.

• Must be dependable and maintain regular attendance.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to follow instructions and work well with others.

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, and pull.

• Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds as required by assigned duties.

• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, dust, and noise.

• Must be able to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.