Hatchery Manager

Pilgrim's; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 90,005 - 109,356; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Annual bonus eligibility

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim's in Douglas, GA seeks a Hatchery Operations Manager to direct the hatchery operations: receiving fertile eggs, traying, debeaking, vaccination, grading and placement of baby chicks at growout, ensuring the production of high-quality chicks with strong hatch rates.

Responsibilities include budgeting, planning production and capital projects, supervising staff, maintaining safety and animal welfare standards, and producing monthly performance reports.

Qualifications

• Typically requires an Associate’s Degree or completion of Vocational/Technical specialty certification/licensure program in a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.
• DIRECTLY RELATED work experience may substitute for the educational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch rate possible for the lowest cost.
• Ensure that the Hatchery, Tech Advisors, and Contract Producers follow Animal Welfare guidelines.
• Plan production, spending, and capital improvement projects.
• Prepare yearly budget for the hatchery.
• Control costs in labor, repairs, supplies, and vaccines.
• Prepare monthly reports and graphs on hatchery performance.
• Report egg fertility and hatching residue results to breeder department.
• Ensure compliance with Company and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Ensure completion of all quality assurance checks for chick quality, vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.
• Follow D.O.T. regulations as well as environmental regulations.
• Consult with company veterinarian before making changes.
• Prepare employee schedules, approve vacation requests, and hire new employees as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Evenings/weekends

Education

Associate’s Degree or Vocational/Technical cert

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing operations which include receipt of fertile eggs, traying, debeaking, vaccination, grading, and placement of baby chicks at growout. This manager will also ensure that quality chicks are being produced.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch rate possible for the lowest cost.


• Ensure that the Hatchery, Tech Advisors, and Contract Producers follow Animal Welfare guidelines.


• Plan production, spending, and capital improvement projects.


• Prepare yearly budget for the hatchery.


• Control costs in labor, repairs, supplies, and vaccines.


• Prepare monthly reports and graphs on hatchery performance.


• Report egg fertility and hatching residue results, as needed, to breeder department.


• Ensure compliance with Company and OSHA safety guidelines.


• Ensure completion of all quality assurance checks for the following: chick quality, vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.


• Follow D.O.T. regulations as well as environmental regulations.


• Consult with company veterinarian before making changes.


• Prepare employee schedules, approve vacation requests, and hire new employees as needed.

EDUCATION

Typically requires an Associate’s Degree or completion of Vocational/Technical specialty certification/licensure program in a related field. Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience. DIRECTLY RELATED work experience will be accepted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the educational requirement.

SKILLS

• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)


• SAP experience preferred


• Able to work evenings/weekends as needed

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.


• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.


• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.


• Base Salary range of $90,005 - $109,356 +/- based on experience.


• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and


• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

Safety and Legal

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EEO Statement

EOE, including disability/vets.