Poultry Hatchery Operations Associate

Select Genetics; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Genetics is a leading poultry genetics and hatchery company seeking a Back Crew Laborer to support day-to-day hatchery operations. You will transfer eggs, move poults, and assist various departments to keep production flowing efficiently. A focus on safety, PPE, and teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities include pulling orders for the next day, operating the tray washer, and assisting with maintenance activities. Prior experience is welcome, and bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• Experience with animals or hatchery helpful.
• Ability to communicate verbally and listen well; bilingual Spanish desired.

Responsibilities

• Transfer eggs from incubators to hatchers.
• Move hatched poults to the Service Room.
• Assist with counting poults hatched.
• Support all departments to keep production running.
• Prepare the pull order for the next day.
• Run and monitor the tray washer.
• Clean and disinfect racks and hatchers with appropriate chemicals.
• Assist maintenance with unloading deliveries.
• Lift crates/boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Push/pull up to 150 lbs with help.
• Follow welfare and biosecurity protocols.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Bilingual Spanish

Communication

PPE Use

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Select Genetics is a leading poultry genetics and hatchery company seeking a Back Crew Laborer to support day-to-day hatchery operations. You will transfer eggs, move poults, and assist various departments to keep production flowing efficiently. A focus on safety, PPE, and teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities include pulling orders for the next day, operating the tray washer, and assisting with maintenance activities. Prior experience is welcome, and bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.