Hatchery Operations Lead

Aviagen; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Blairsville, GA, is seeking a Hatchery Supervisor I to coordinate daily hatchery operations from egg receipt to day-old chicks. You will lead a team, ensure humane handling, maintain biosecurity, and drive safety and quality.

You’ll monitor hatchability, coordinate with maintenance, and report KPIs while promoting continuous improvement. The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience, plus 3 years in hatchery settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field plus hatchery experience.
• Three years of hatchery experience and supervisory aptitude.
• Knowledge of hatchery operations, poultry production, and biosecurity.
• Strong understanding of hatchery equipment, maintenance, and SOPs.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and basic repairs.
• Proficiency with MS Office and production management software.
• Ability to analyze production data and prepare reports.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily hatchery operations to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Lead hatchery staff, assign work, and support employee development.
• Promote poultry welfare, biosecurity, and safety compliance.
• Oversee maintenance of hatchery equipment and facilities.
• Prepare operational reports and monitor KPIs.
• Collaborate with breeders, veterinary staff, QA, maintenance and management.
• Act as Hatchery Manager during periods of absence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and practical hatchery experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production management software

Hatchery equipment familiarity

Job description

Aviagen in Blairsville, GA, is seeking a Hatchery Supervisor I to coordinate daily hatchery operations from egg receipt to day-old chicks. You will lead a team, ensure humane handling, maintain biosecurity, and drive safety and quality.

You’ll monitor hatchability, coordinate with maintenance, and report KPIs while promoting continuous improvement. The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience, plus 3 years in hatchery settings.