Hatchery Associate I — Egg Transfer & Chick Care

CWT Farms; Lewisburg (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

PTO 14 days per year

Job summary

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking Hatch Crew personnel to support daily hatchery operations. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, sanitizing equipment, transferring eggs, and performing general duties within the hatchery.

Position requires ability to stand for extended periods, work under pressure, and follow SOPs while ensuring welfare standards for day-old chicks. Training will cover safety, procedures, and routine duties across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to complete repetitive work and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure.
• Must be able to perform tasks with limited supervision.
• Proven reliability in work attendance and willingness to give best effort.
• Must have own reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the hatchery building.
• Clean/sanitize machines, tables, floors, ceilings, etc.
• Transfer eggs from setters to hatchers.
• Make boxes and perform general duties.
• Handle day-old chicks in line with welfare standards and SOPs.
• Meet operating procedures as outlined by policy.
• Prepare newly hatched chicks for sexing and farm delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stamina

Reliability

Independent work

Transportation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking Hatch Crew personnel to support daily hatchery operations. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, sanitizing equipment, transferring eggs, and performing general duties within the hatchery.

Position requires ability to stand for extended periods, work under pressure, and follow SOPs while ensuring welfare standards for day-old chicks. Training will cover safety, procedures, and routine duties across shifts.