Assistant Hatchery Manager

Kettelsen Consulting LLC; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks of paid time off

Paid holidays

Health and dental insurance after 90 days

401(k) retirement plan after one year

Free transportation to and from work

Full direct flight from Mexico to job location

Job summary

A specialized poultry management firm located in Vermont is seeking an Assistant Hatchery Manager to oversee hatchery operations. The role includes leading team members, ensuring compliance with welfare and biosecurity standards, and managing daily productivity goals. Candidates should have a degree in Agriculture or a related field, valid passport, and at least 70% English proficiency. The position offers benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, and free transportation to work.

Qualifications

• Possess Titulo Universitario or/and Cedula Professional in related fields.
• Have a valid passport (Mexican, Canadian, or U.S.) with at least 1-year validity.
• Minimum required English proficiency level of 70%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily hatchery operations and team performance.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and biosecurity measures.
• Supervise all aspects of hatchery production and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Operational planning

Team training

Inventory management

Quality control

Education

Degree in Agriculture/Agronomy or related field

Job description

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Assistant Hatchery Manager

Job Description

The Hatchery Manager is responsible for overseeing daily hatchery operations, ensuring compliance with company standards, and leading personnel to achieve productivity and efficiency goals. This role requires hands‑on leadership, operational planning, and adherence to poultry welfare and biosecurity protocols.

• Provide general supervision, care, and accountability for team members.
• Oversee personnel scheduling, time management, and task assignments.
• Work alongside general labor to set an example for productivity and efficiency.
• Train and coach staff on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Supervise egg setting, incubation, hatching, and chick processing.
• Ensure sanitation and maintenance of hatchery equipment and facilities.
• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation).
• Maintain accurate records of egg inventory, hatch rates, and chick quality.
• Implement and enforce biosecurity measures.
• Conduct regular quality checks on eggs and chicks.
• Recruit, train, and supervise hatchery personnel.
• Schedule shifts and manage labor resources effectively.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment.
• Analyze hatchery performance metrics and identify improvement areas.
• Prepare and submit operational reports.
• Collaborate with breeder teams.
• Ensure adherence to poultry welfare standards and company policies.
• Handle chick processing during emergencies when Chick Room Lead is unavailable.
• Order supplies and manage inventory accurately.
• Record flock data in company databases.
• Attend meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge base.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions when necessary.
• Utilize downtime for learning, planning, and operational evaluation.

Requirements

• Possess Titulo Universitario or/and Cedula Professional on hand (not in process). The degree must be in Agriculture/Agronomy, Zootechny, or related field.
• Have a valid Mexican, Canadian, or U.S. passport with at least 1-year validity.
• No previous immigration issues
• Ability to move to the U.S.
• Minimum required English proficiency level of 70%.
• Pre-Employment Drug Testing
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to repetitively lift objects weighing 25–30 lbs. from the floor to six feet above the floor for extended periods
• Able to stand and walk on concrete floors for the whole shift
• Able to push 800 lb. and 1,200 lb. racks safely
• Ability to work while standing, squatting, kneeling and sitting for extended periods

· Two weeks of paid time off.

· Paid holidays (may vary due to seasonal nature of the operation).

· Health and dental insurance available after 90 days of employment.

· 401(k) retirement plan available after one year of employment.

· Transportation: Free transportation to and from work.

· Flight: Full direct flight from Mexico to the job location provided.

· Nearest Airport: Burlington International Airport – Burlington, Vermont.