HATCHERY MANAGER FORT PAYNE Position Available In DeKalb, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Hatchery Manager position in Fort Payne, AL at Pilgrim's entails directing operations to ensure the production of high-quality chicks at the highest hatch rate for the lowest cost. Responsibilities include overseeing production, budgeting, compliance with safety regulations, and quality assurance. Candidates should have at least 5 years of directly related experience and an Associate's Degree or vocational/technical certification. Microsoft Office proficiency is required. EOE.
Job Description
HATCHERY MANAGER FORT PAYNE
Location:
Fort Payne, AL, United States
Date Posted:
Mar 31, 2025
Category:
Operations Management
Description
Hatchery Manager At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first – always. We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of
COVID-19.
We are working to ensure social distancing within our facility. We have installed physical barriers throughout our facility such as plexi-glass or plastic barriers between team member work stations. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are provided and required over the mouth and nose at all times when inside the facility, and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.
GENERAL SUMMARY
This position is responsible for directing operations which include receipt of fertile eggs, traying, debeaking, vaccination, grading, and placement of baby chicks at growout. This manager will also ensure that quality chicks are being produced.
BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch rate possible for the lowest cost.
Ensure that the Hatchery, Tech Advisors, and Contract Producers follow Animal Welfare guidelines.
Plans production, spending, and capital improvement projects.
Prepares yearly budget for the hatchery.
Controls cost in labor, repairs, supplies, and vaccines.
Prepares monthly reports and graphs on hatchery performance.
Reports egg fertility and hatching residue results, as needed, to breeder department.
Ensure compliance with Company and OSHA safety guidelines.
Ensures completion of all quality assurance checks for the following: chick quality, vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.
Follow D.O.T. regulations as well as environmental regulations.
Consult with company veterinarian before making changes.
Prepares employee schedules, approves vacation requests, and hires new employees as needed
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
EDUCATION:
Typically requires an Associates Degree or completion of Vocational/Technical specialty certification/licensure program in a related field. Bachelors degree in related field is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of
DIRECTLY RELATED
experience.
DIRECTLY RELATED
work experience will be accepted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the educational requirement.
SKILLS:
Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
SAP experience preferred
Able to work evenings/weekends as needed
EOE, including Disability/ Vets
