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Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate

Watertown, NY · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate

Watertown, NY · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Quitman, GA · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Watertown, NY · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Quitman, GA · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Watertown, NY · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Aviagen Group

Hatchery Associate I

Pikeville, TN · On-site

Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials. * Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments. * Routinely work up to six (6) days per week ...

Peco Foods

Day Shift Poultry Process Workers

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Urine Drug Test Required Day Shift 7:50- 5:50 pm (at the latest) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery Laborer

Pittsburg, TX

$18.25/hr

Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team ... Must not raise any poultry or birds. Why Work for Pilgrim's? * Schedule: Day shift and will include ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Description Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety ... Must not raise any poultry or birds. Why Work for Pilgrim's? * Schedule: Day shift and will include ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team ... Must not raise any poultry or birds. Why Work for Pilgrim's? * Schedule: Day shift and will include ...

JBS Imports

Hatchery Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Pittsburg, Texas, and help ensure the healthy start of our ... Must not raise any poultry or birds. Why Work for Pilgrim's? * Schedule: Day shift and will include ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery Laborer

Pittsburg, TX

$18.25/hr

Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team ... Must not raise any poultry or birds. Why Work for Pilgrim's? * Schedule: Day shift and will include ...

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How much do day shift poultry hatchery jobs pay per month?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average monthly pay for day shift poultry hatchery in the United States is $5,199.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,333.33 and $6,208.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Shift Poultry Hatchery vs Day Shift Poultry Processing Worker?

AspectDay Shift Poultry HatcheryDay Shift Poultry Processing Worker
CertificationsBasic food safety and hatchery operation trainingFood safety, sanitation, and safety certifications
Work EnvironmentIndoor hatchery facilities, controlled temperatureProcessing plants, cold storage areas
Industry UsageBreeding and incubation of poultry eggsProcessing and packaging of poultry products
Common Search IntentHatchery operations, egg incubationMeat processing, packaging roles

Both roles are essential in poultry production but focus on different stages: hatchery workers handle egg incubation and chick care, while processing workers focus on meat processing and packaging. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the poultry industry.

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Infographic showing various Day Shift Poultry Hatchery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,395 per year, or $30 per hour.

Hatchery Associate

Aviagen Group

Watertown, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the hatchery facility in accordance with company standards.

  • Transfer eggs from setter machines to hatchers and prepare newly hatched chicks for processing, packaging, and shipment.

  • Assist with hatch pull operations, monitor work areas for safety and cleanliness, and support inventory and facility maintenance activities.

Aviagen rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 121 rated laboratories

Job description

Job Description Summary:
The Hatchery Associate is responsible for supporting the daily operations of a poultry hatchery by ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient production environment while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, safety, and quality. This position performs a variety of production and sanitation duties, including egg transfer, hatch preparation, chick handling, equipment cleaning, and facility maintenance. The successful candidate must be dependable, safety-conscious, and capable of working in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
Job Description:
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the hatchery facility in accordance with company sanitation, biosecurity, and food safety standards.
  • Clean and sanitize hatchery equipment, including setters, hatchers, conveyors, work tables, trays, floors, walls, ceilings, and other production equipment.
  • Transfer eggs from setter machines to hatchers following established operating procedures and production schedules.
  • Prepare newly hatched chicks for processing, sexing, vaccination (where applicable), packaging, and shipment to customer farms.
  • Handle day-old chicks carefully and humanely in accordance with animal welfare standards, company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and applicable industry guidelines.
  • Assemble chick boxes and prepare shipping materials for customer deliveries.
  • Assist with hatch pull operations while ensuring chick quality standards are maintained.
  • Monitor work areas for cleanliness, equipment functionality, and potential safety hazards, reporting concerns promptly to supervision.
  • Follow all company policies regarding biosecurity, personal protective equipment (PPE), environmental health and safety, and quality assurance.
  • Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation as assigned.
  • Support inventory management by maintaining adequate supplies of production materials and notifying supervisors of shortages.
  • Participate in routine preventive cleaning and maintenance activities.
  • Assist with facility housekeeping to ensure production areas remain organized and free of debris.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production schedules and operational goals.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
  • Previous agricultural, poultry, manufacturing, production, warehouse, or sanitation experience is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to perform repetitive work while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Must possess reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Commitment to animal welfare and humane handling practices.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Ability to prioritize work and meet production deadlines.
  • Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
  • Willingness to learn company procedures and participate in ongoing training.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
  • Frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and reach.
  • Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements, including gripping, grasping, and twisting.
  • Work with approved cleaning chemicals, detergents, and disinfectants while using required PPE.
  • Work in environments that may be wet, damp, dusty, noisy, and have agricultural odors.
  • Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials.
  • Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments.
  • Routinely work up to six (6) days per week, including weekends and holidays, as production demands require.
  • enefits
    Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.
    In addition, employees are eligible for:
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 14 days annually, prorated based on hire date
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match (where eligible)
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Work Authorization
    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with Aviagen.

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