Hatchery Entry Level - 1st Shift

Bell & Evans; Fredericksburg (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full benefits

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bell & Evans in Fredericksburg, PA is hiring a Chick Room Attendant to care for newly hatched chicks and prepare them for transport to our broiler farms. This fast-paced, hands-on role is essential to the start of our production process.

This full-time position offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, PTO and holidays, and a 401(k) with company match. Join a family-owned company committed to excellence and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, warehouse, or production helpful but not required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Move chick trolleys from hatchers to the chick storage area.
• Push and pull trolleys throughout the hatchery.
• Inspect chicks and remove cull chicks according to company standards.
• Place healthy chicks back into baskets for transport.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all food safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity procedures.
• Report any safety or quality concerns immediately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependable

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: 1st Shift | 5:30 AM until production is finished | 4 days per week

Days Off: Sunday (guaranteed) and two additional days during the week to be determined.

Join the company that is 100% committed to moving the bar higher. Your future belongs at the home of the Excellent Chicken

Bell & Evans is looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our Hatchery team as a Chick Room Attendant. In this role, you'll help care for newly hatched chicks and prepare them for transport to our broiler farms. This is a fast-paced, hands‑on position that plays an important role in the beginning of our production process.

Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits

What You'll Do

• Move chick trolleys from hatchers to the chick storage area.
• Push and pull trolleys throughout the hatchery.
• Inspect chicks and remove cull chicks according to company standards.
• Place healthy chicks back into baskets for transport.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all food safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity procedures.
• Report any safety or quality concerns immediately.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, agriculture, warehouse, or production experience is helpful, but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.
• Dependable with strong attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

This is an active position that requires you to:

• Stand and walk for most of your shift.
• Push and pull chick trolleys throughout the day.
• Lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Perform repetitive hand movements using both hands.
• Reach overhead when needed.
• Maintain good balance while working on wet or slippery floors.
• Work in a dusty environment due to chick fluff.

Why Bell & Evans?

• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Stable, full-time employment with a family-owned company committed to excellence

If you're looking for a hands‑on position where your work makes a difference from the very beginning of the process, we'd love to have you join the Bell & Evans Hatchery team!