Poultry Hatchery Technician — Day Shift

Pilgrim's; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Attendance incentive

Career development

Vision/Medical/Dental

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA is hiring for Hatchery Labor. In this hands-on role you’ll handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to maintain animal care and biosecurity standards.

You’ll operate specialized equipment, keep areas clean, and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and a team player, apply today.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience: Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work quickly, have good communication skills both written and orally, ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense, and must be a team player.
• Physical requirements: Work in high-temperature environments (100+°F), tolerate odors, and handle repetitive lifting/pushing of 100 lbs or more with continuous physical activity. Candidate must be able to push/pull 450 lb. buggies (on wheels) of chicks and eggs.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitask

Communication (written & oral)

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA is hiring for Hatchery Labor. In this hands-on role you’ll handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to maintain animal care and biosecurity standards.

You’ll operate specialized equipment, keep areas clean, and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and a team player, apply today.