Assistant Hatchery Manager

·         Maintains inventories of products needed for production of day-old chicks as directed by manager.

·         Manages oversight of incubation processes for the hatchery including familiarizing and learning the operation of all single and multi-stage setters and hatchers, ventilation systems, and all other systems in the facility as directed by Hatchery Manager.

·         Assist management in quality control, evaluations of 14-day breakouts, moisture loss of eggs set, and all parameters important in contributing to viability of day-old chicks produced.

·         Develop a firm knowledge of poultry diseases and administration and inventory of vaccines for use in day old chicks.

·         Assists in implementation of a world class C&D program and biosecurity protocols for the hatchery.

·         Assist with hiring, training, evaluation, and disciplining hatchery staff.

·         Assist in on-call weekend checks of the facility as needed.

·         Implement and assist in development of S.O.P.’s for the hatchery.

·         Stay up to date on all Safety, Biosecurity and Animal Welfare programs.

Additional Duties:

·         Cover for team members during vacations, absences, etc. which may require occasional tasks outside the scope of your job.

·         Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

·         Bachelor’s Degree or 2 years of hatchery experience.

Required Skills & Abilities:

·         Must have proficient computer application skills to include Word and Excel.

·         Bilingual a plus.

·         Must be self-motivated with the ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead staff and work with management.

·         Ability to work well in a group.

·         Leadership qualities.

·         Desire to excel in your position.

·         Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast paced, indoor, environment.

Physical Requirements:

·         Follow strict biosecurity protocols as required by customers or Hendrix ISA when visiting premises.

·         Ability to enter poultry facilities and comply with all personal protective equipment (PPE), and safety requirements.

·         Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and work for extended periods in a hatchery environment.