(Poultry) Hatchery Manager

PFV Human Resources Consulting; Tanay; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

A poultry genetics and breeding company based in Tanay, Rizal, Philippines, is seeking a Hatchery Operations Supervisor. You will oversee hatchery activities, ensure sanitation, and maintain rigorous biosecurity protocols while coordinating with sales and planning teams.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Agriculture/Animal Science, have 5 years in poultry, and are proficient in MS Office. English fluency and willingness to stay on the farm are essential.

Qualifications

• College graduate or two years in college (BS in Agriculture/Animal Science).
• Five years of work experience in poultry operations.
• Self-confident, committed, able to work under pressure, and fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate hatchery operations including eggs, day-old chicks, and maintenance.
• Oversee hatchery reports, ensuring timely, accurate data and records.
• Lead and motivate hatchery staff to meet targets and standards.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and proper functioning of hatchery systems.
• Manage hatchery supplies, inventory, and procurement planning.
• Implement and monitor biosecurity, safety, and sanitation programs.
• Coordinate with Sales and Planning for forecasts and delivery plans.
• Ensure SOP compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Perform other managerial duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry operations

Team leadership

Documentation

Planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture major in Animal Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A poultry genetics and breeding company based in Tanay, Rizal, Philippines, specialising in high-quality broiler breeder stock for commercial poultry producers. It supplies parent and grandparent stock and supports poultry integrators with genetics that improve performance and efficiency. The company has been active in the Philippine poultry industry for decades, contributing to local and regional supply chains through its genetic products and technical expertise.

Summary

The role supervises and coordinates activities of team members engaged in care of hatching eggs, day old chicks, hatching process and preventive maintenance of hatchery facilities and equipment. Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of hatchery complex.

Implement and monitor Biosecurity and Safety Program of the company.

Responsibilities

• 1. Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate all hatchery operations, ensuring the effective execution of activities related to receiving, preparing, and handling hatching eggs for incubation and parent stock delivery.
• 2. Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of hatchery reports, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of operational performance.
• 3. Establish and maintain standards for the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all hatchery data and operational records.
• 4. Lead, manage, and motivate hatchery team members to achieve established operational targets, performance standards, and departmental objectives.
• 5. Oversee the maintenance, accuracy, and proper management of hatchery databases, documentation, and operational records.
• 6. Ensure that hatchery machinery and equipment, from setters to hatchers, are properly inspected, maintained, and serviced in accordance with recommended maintenance schedules.
• 7. Oversee the maintenance, inspection, and proper functioning of chick processing equipment, including toe trimmers, IRBT machines, sexing machines, and vaccination equipment, ensuring compliance with prescribed maintenance and cleaning schedules.
• 8. Manage hatchery supplies and resources, including inventory control, demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely replenishment of necessary materials and supplies.
• 9. Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of hatchery cleaning, sanitation, and hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with established standards and protocols.
• 10. Ensure the proper operation and scheduled maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility, including monitoring discharge volumes and ensuring the timely collection and submission of required samples.
• 11. Coordinate with Sales Representatives and Planning teams to align parent stock forecasts, setting schedules, production requirements, and delivery plans with operational capacity and business requirements.
• 12. Manage the development and performance of hatchery personnel by identifying training needs, providing guidance, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring continuous improvement of team capabilities.
• 13. Establish, implement, and monitor compliance with biosecurity, occupational health and safety, and environmental management programs within the hatchery.
• 14. Exercise overall operational oversight of hatchery activities, ensuring consistent adherence to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), operational protocols, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• 15. Perform other managerial, supervisory, and operational duties as may be assigned by management, consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Requirements

• 1. College Graduate or Two years in college (Bachelor of Science in Agriculture major in Animal Science)
• 2. Computer literate (MS Office-Word and Excel)
• 3. 5 year work experience in poultry
• 4. Self-confident, committed, enthusiastic and works well under pressure.
• 5. Willing to stay inside the farm
• 6. Must be able to speak and understand English