Hatchery Technician – 1st Shift (Chicks & Biosecurity)

Tyson Foods; Tennessee; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental and vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Decherd, TN, is hiring a Hatchery Worker for the 1st shift. The role involves transferring chicks, loading trays, and maintaining equipment and records in a busy hatchery environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and pass a background check. Physical stamina and attention to safety are essential for day-to-day duties and biosecurity compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must pass a background check.
• Completion of Animal Well-Being (AWB) training required.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Safely transfer chicks from hatchers to chick separator areas.
• Correctly load chick trays, box chicks, and prepare them for transport to farms.
• Assist in loading dollies of boxed chicks onto trucks for delivery.
• Conduct pre-pull counts of hatching chicks before processing.
• Perform routine checks of setters, hatchers, and related equipment; record temperature and condition data.
• Respond to alarms, equipment issues, or emergencies and notify management.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Dependable

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tyson Foods in Decherd, TN, is hiring a Hatchery Worker for the 1st shift. The role involves transferring chicks, loading trays, and maintaining equipment and records in a busy hatchery environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and pass a background check. Physical stamina and attention to safety are essential for day-to-day duties and biosecurity compliance.