Hatchery Maintenance & Operations Lead

Aviagen; Blairsville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Blairsville, GA is seeking a Maintenance/Hatchery Lead to support hatchery management. You will supervise daily hatchery activities, ensure facilities and equipment meet safety and quality standards, and help enforce HR, Animal Welfare, Safety, and Biosecurity policies.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate maintenance, sanitation, and incubation operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow SOPs and safety policies.
• Experience in hatchery operations and supervising staff is preferred.
• Proficiency in data entry and record keeping for hatchery metrics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist hatchery supervision and oversee daily activities.
• Monitor poultry health and respond to disease as directed.
• Adjust ventilation and incubation controls per guidelines.
• Maintain hatchery equipment and cleanliness.
• Lead weekly and monthly sampling and data submission.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data entry/record keeping

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aviagen in Blairsville, GA is seeking a Maintenance/Hatchery Lead to support hatchery management. You will supervise daily hatchery activities, ensure facilities and equipment meet safety and quality standards, and help enforce HR, Animal Welfare, Safety, and Biosecurity policies.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate maintenance, sanitation, and incubation operations.