Concord-Hatchery Operator 1st shift

Pilgrim's; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery in Concord, NC is hiring a hands-on Hatchery Operator to support safe, efficient incubation and chick production. You’ll handle eggs, monitor incubators, assist with hatching, and perform quality checks to uphold animal care and biosecurity standards.

The role requires teamwork, reliability and physical stamina in a fast-paced environment; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred and high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Poultry or food-industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
• Team player with attention to detail.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation).
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks for health and biosecurity.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas.
• Record data on egg counts, hatch rates, and chick quality.
• Follow biosecurity and animal welfare protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Oral & written communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Incubation equipment operation

Job description

Hatchery Operator

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first ‑ always.

Join our Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Concord, NC and help ensure the healthy start of our poultry flock! In this hands‑on role, you’ll be responsible for tasks such as handling eggs, monitoring incubation, assisting with chick hatching, and performing quality checks to maintain the highest animal care and biosecurity standards. You’ll operate specialized equipment, keep work areas clean, and follow strict safety and sanitation protocols. This is a fast‑paced environment where precision and teamwork are essential. If you’re reliable, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn, this is your chance to grow with a company dedicated to excellence and animal welfare!

Responsibilities:

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to established procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation) to ensure optimal hatching results.
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer, ensuring proper care and handling.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks to maintain health and biosecurity standards.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas to meet strict safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all biosecurity and animal welfare protocols to protect flock health and product integrity.
• Record and maintain accurate data on egg counts, hatch rates, and chick quality for reporting purposes.
• Assist with chick vaccination and preparation for transport, ensuring proper handling and care.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience: Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly, have good communication skills both written and orally, ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense, and must be a team player.
• Physical requirements: Work in high-temperature environments (100+°F), tolerate odors, and handle repetitive lifting/pushing of 100 lbs or more with continuous physical activity. Candidate must be able to push/pull 450 lb. buggies (on wheels) of chicks and eggs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.

EOE, including disability/vets