Hatchery Manager

House of Raeford Farms, Inc.; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

House of Raeford Farms, Inc. in Arcadia, Louisiana, is seeking a Hatchery Manager to oversee all hatchery operations, ensuring egg and chick health, viability, and productivity. You will lead hatchery staff, monitor incubation, and coordinate with Live Operations and Production to reach targets.

The role requires knowledge of incubation, hatchery equipment, biosecurity and animal welfare standards, plus strong data analytics and leadership to drive performance and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, or related field preferred.
• Previous hatchery or poultry operations experience required, with leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of incubation, hatchery equipment, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards.
• Ability to analyze production data and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily hatchery operations, including incubation, hatching, and chick processing.
• Supervise, train, and schedule hatchery staff to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor hatchability, chick quality, and egg storage conditions.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records of hatchery production, inventory, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with Live Operations and Production teams for chick placement and flock planning.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate preventive maintenance for hatchery equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team supervision

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Animal Science/Poultry Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production management software

Job description

3867 2nd St. PO Box 200, Arcadia , Louisiana 71001 , United States

Job Description

The Hatchery Manager oversees all aspects of hatchery operations, ensuring the health, viability, and productivity of eggs and chicks. This role manages hatchery staff, monitors incubation and hatch processes, ensures biosecurity and animal welfare standards, and coordinates with Live Operations and Production teams to meet operational goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage daily hatchery operations, including incubation, hatching, and chick processing
• Supervise, train, and schedule hatchery staff to maintain safe and efficient operations
• Monitor hatchability, chick quality, and egg storage conditions
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate records of hatchery production, inventory, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with Live Operations and Production teams for chick placement and flock planning
• Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate preventive maintenance for hatchery equipment

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, or related field preferred
• Previous experience in hatchery or poultry operations required, with leadership experience preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of incubation, hatchery equipment, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards
• Ability to analyze production data and implement corrective actions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production management software preferred
• Commitment to safety, efficiency, and team development

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
• Ability to work in hatchery environments with varying temperatures and conditions
• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods

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