Poultry Hatchery Technician — Fast-Paced, Impactful Work

Pilgrim's Pride Corp.; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, Dental after 60 days

401(k) company match

Perfect attendance incentive

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. is hiring for a Hatchery Labor position in Broadway, VA. You will handle and set eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to maintain animal welfare and biosecurity standards.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail oriented, and able to work in a high-temperature environment with a team. Base hourly pay ranges from $18.05 to $21.60, with benefits and 32+ hours weekly.

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.

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

Team player

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. is hiring for a Hatchery Labor position in Broadway, VA. You will handle and set eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, and perform quality checks to maintain animal welfare and biosecurity standards.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail oriented, and able to work in a high-temperature environment with a team. Base hourly pay ranges from $18.05 to $21.60, with benefits and 32+ hours weekly.