Hatchery Technician: Day Shift, Fast-Paced Growth

Pilgrim's; Pittsburg (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Pittsburg, Texas is seeking a Hatchery Laborer to support egg handling, incubation monitoring, chick hatching, and quality checks in a fast-paced hatchery environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED (preferred) and potential poultry industry experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Duties involve lifting up to 50 lbs and following strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.

Responsibilities

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to established procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation) to ensure optimal hatching results.
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer, ensuring proper care and handling.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks to maintain health and biosecurity standards.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas to meet strict safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all biosecurity and animal welfare protocols to protect flock health and product integrity.
• Record and maintain accurate data on egg counts, hatch rates, and chick quality for reporting purposes.
• Assist with chick vaccination and preparation for transport, ensuring proper handling and care.
• Embrex Laborer must be able to lift up to 50lbs or more.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s in Pittsburg, Texas is seeking a Hatchery Laborer to support egg handling, incubation monitoring, chick hatching, and quality checks in a fast-paced hatchery environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED (preferred) and potential poultry industry experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Duties involve lifting up to 50 lbs and following strict safety protocols.