Poultry Hatchery Technician: Eggs to Chicks

Pilgrim's; Russellville (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Russellville, AL is seeking a Hatchery Labor to help start healthy poultry chicks. You’ll handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with hatching, perform quality checks, and keep areas clean while following strict biosecurity and safety protocols. This fast-paced team role rewards reliability and attention to detail.

Shift schedule includes Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with potential overtime, base pay $14.60 per hour plus benefits like vision, medical and dental

Qualifications

• Basic ability to multitask and work quickly.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense.
• Must be a team player.

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

Multitasking

Communication

Follow instructions

Team player

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s in Russellville, AL is seeking a Hatchery Labor to help start healthy poultry chicks. You’ll handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with hatching, perform quality checks, and keep areas clean while following strict biosecurity and safety protocols. This fast-paced team role rewards reliability and attention to detail.

Shift schedule includes Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with potential overtime, base pay $14.60 per hour plus benefits like vision, medical and dental