Hatchery Operations Associate – Quality & Safety

Aviagen; Blairsville (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking candidates for the Hatchery Service Team in Blairsville, GA. You will check and grade chicks to quality standards and build boxes for transport while maintaining biosecurity and welfare throughout handling.

Role requires physical work, ability to stand for long periods, reliable attendance, and basic computer skills (Excel & Word). Training provided; strict PPE and safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• Basic Math skills required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Proven reliability in attendance and effort.

Responsibilities

• Check & Grade Chicks to the Quality Standard.
• Build Boxes for chick transport and complete labels.
• Manual Handling when transferring eggs to trolleys and other hatchery areas.
• Ensure equipment is in good working order and stock of consumables is sufficient.
• Maintain biosecurity and welfare standards during chick/egg handling.
• Follow cleaning, hygiene, PPE, and safety protocols.
• Report accidents or near-misses per procedures.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Good Communication Skills

Teamwork

Reliability/Attendance

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Aviagen is seeking candidates for the Hatchery Service Team in Blairsville, GA. You will check and grade chicks to quality standards and build boxes for transport while maintaining biosecurity and welfare throughout handling.

Role requires physical work, ability to stand for long periods, reliable attendance, and basic computer skills (Excel & Word). Training provided; strict PPE and safety protocols are followed.