Hatchery Entry Level - Transfer Side - 1st Shift

Bell & Evans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Stable, full-time employment

Job summary

Bell & Evans is hiring for a Hatchery Entry Level - Transfer Side - 1st Shift. This full-time role in Fredericksburg, PA involves transferring developing eggs, moving trays and operating equipment in a fast-paced hatchery environment.

A strong eye for detail and reliability are key as you help ensure quality and animal welfare from the start of the process. You’ll join a family-owned company that offers weekly pay, full benefits, and opportunities for growth within a stable, hands-on team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from incubator trays into hatching baskets according to procedures.
• Handle eggs carefully to maintain quality and prevent damage.
• Load and move trays, baskets, and carts throughout the transfer room.
• Operate transfer equipment as needed.
• Monitor the transfer process and report damaged eggs or equipment issues.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and safe.
• Follow all food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity and sanitation procedures.
• Report safety or quality concerns immediately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Hatchery Entry Level - Transfer Side - 1st Shift

Full-time Regular Direct Labor Fredericksburg, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4803

Salary: $19.80 Annually

Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits

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

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 Transfer Room Attendant. In this role, you'll help transfer developing eggs from incubator trays into hatching baskets to prepare them for the next stage of the hatchery process. This is a fast-paced, hands-on position that requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining our high standards for quality and animal welfare.

What You'll Do

Transfer eggs from incubator trays into hatching baskets according to company procedures.

Handle eggs carefully to help maintain quality and prevent damage.

Load and move trays, baskets, and carts throughout the transfer room.

Operate transfer equipment as needed.

Monitor the transfer process and report damaged eggs or equipment issues.

Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.

Follow all food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity, and sanitation 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.

Ability to follow instructions and maintain consistent quality in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

This is an active position that requires you to:

Stand and walk for most of your shift.

Repeatedly handle eggs, trays, and hatching baskets.

Push and pull carts throughout the work area.

Lift and move materials as needed for the position.

Perform repetitive hand movements using both hands.

Reach, bend, and twist throughout the shift.

Maintain good balance while working on potentially wet or slippery floors.

Work in a hatchery environment with varying temperatures and humidity.

Why Bell & Evans?

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• 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!