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JBS USA

Hatchery Laborer Hourly

Staley, NC

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Job Duties/Physical Requirements/Dexterity Hatchery Laborer's are required to wash floats, transport hatcher trays, sanitize separator, sanitize hatcher, set eggs, transfer eggs, and load chicks onto ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA

$18.05 - $21.60/hr

Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA and help ensure the healthy start ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA · On-site

$18.05 - $21.60/hr

Description Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA and help ensure the ...

jbs

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA · On-site

$18.05 - $21.60/hr

Description Position at Pilgrim's Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA

Description Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway , VA and help ensure the ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA

Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway , VA and help ensure the healthy ...

House of Raeford Farms

Hatchery Labor

Lavonia, GA · On-site

To process chicks and to bring the hatchery back to a clean environment. Will be performing duties in the chick processing area. After finished processing, then will be assigned a designated area to ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery - Labor

Broadway, VA · On-site

$18.05 - $21.60/hr

Hatchery Labor At Pilgrim's,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Broadway, VA and help ensure the healthy start ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Forsyth, GA · On-site

Summary Cleans hatchers, hatcher tops and hatcher room so as to maintain a low to zero bacteria and mold level. Empties hatcher racks back in to the hatcher room at completion of clean up. Performs ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Forsyth, GA · On-site

Summary Cleans hatchers, hatcher tops and hatcher room so as to maintain a low to zero bacteria and mold level. Empties hatcher racks back in to the hatcher room at completion of clean up. Performs ...

JBS Imports

Hatchery / Farm Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Description Position at Pilgrim's Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in ...

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Pilgrim's

Hatchery / Farm Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Description Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Pittsburg, Texas, and ...

Pilgrim's

Hatchery / Farm Laborer

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$18.25/hr

Description Hatchery/Embrex - Laborer At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim's Hatchery Team in Pittsburg, Texas, and ...

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How much do hatchery laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for hatchery laborer in the United States is $17.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Hatchery Laborer and how does the role contribute to overall hatchery operations?

As a Hatchery Laborer, your daily tasks typically include monitoring incubators, handling and sorting eggs, cleaning equipment, and assisting with the care and movement of chicks or fish fry. You may also be responsible for recording data and maintaining sanitary conditions to ensure healthy stock. This role is essential to the smooth operation of the hatchery, supporting production goals and teaming closely with managers, technicians, and other laborers to ensure optimal hatch rates and animal welfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hatchery Laborer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hatchery Laborer, you need basic knowledge of animal care, attention to detail, and the physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with automated incubators, egg handling systems, and basic record-keeping software is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and strong communication skills help you adapt to changing conditions and collaborate effectively with colleagues. These skills ensure that hatchery operations run smoothly, maintaining animal health and achieving production targets.

What are hatchery laborers?

Hatchery laborers are workers responsible for assisting in the daily operations of hatcheries, where eggs are incubated and hatched, typically for poultry, fish, or other animals. Their duties may include monitoring and maintaining incubation equipment, handling eggs and hatchlings, cleaning and sanitizing work areas, and ensuring proper animal welfare. Hatchery laborers play a crucial role in supporting the production of healthy chicks or young animals by following strict biosecurity and safety procedures. The position often requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work as part of a team. Experience is helpful but not always required, as on-the-job training is commonly provided.

What is the difference between Hatchery Laborer vs Poultry Farm Worker?

AspectHatchery LaborerPoultry Farm Worker
Work EnvironmentIndoor hatchery facilities, controlled environmentOutdoor poultry farms, variable weather conditions
Required SkillsHandling eggs, basic animal care, machinery operationFeeding, cleaning, animal health monitoring
CertificationsNone typically required, some may have poultry handling certificationsNone typically required, may have animal care certifications
Industry UsagePrimarily in hatcheries and breeding facilitiesOn commercial poultry farms

Hatchery Laborers focus on egg incubation, hatchling care, and machinery within hatchery environments, while Poultry Farm Workers handle daily farm chores like feeding and cleaning on outdoor farms. Both roles require animal handling skills but differ mainly in environment and specific duties.

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Hatchery Laborer Hourly

Hatchery Laborer Hourly

JBS USA

Staley, NC

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

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Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at Pilgrim's

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.

Job Duties/Physical Requirements/Dexterity
Hatchery Laborer's are required to wash floats, transport hatcher trays, sanitize separator, sanitize hatcher, set eggs, transfer eggs, and load chicks onto conveyor. Washing floats (buggy) is accomplished by removing hatcher trays from the float, over turning the float to remove debris and rinsing with high pressure hose. The separator is sanitized using a foaming system with sodium hypochlorite and then rinsed with a high pressure hose. Sanitizing the hatcher requires removing fans from the inside of the hatcher, sweeping the floor to remove excess debris, then foaming with sodium hypochlorite and rinsing with a high pressure hose. Setting requires team members to place eggs into the incubators by lifting 10 pound egg trays and placing them into stacked buggies, the eggs are placed from floor level to shoulder level. When transferring eggs, buggies on casters loaded with eggs are pushed to the vaccination table, each individual tray is placed on the table, and then placed back onto the buggy which is then rolled to the hatcher. The team member loads chicks onto the belt by removing chick trays from buggy and placing tray onto conveyor.
Physical Requirements:
Continuous standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Dexterity:
Some jobs require pinch grip, back extension/flexion, and/or should extension/flexion.
Equipment/Tools/PPE:
Hearing protection is required in posted areas, slip resistant shoes are required in all areas, steel toe shoes are required during set and transfer, and cotton gloves are optional to be used as needed by team member.
On the job training:
1-2 weeks
Working Conditions:
Conditions are wet and humid during sanitation process. The team members spend approximately 2 hours per shift in the incubators which are 99 degrees Fahrenheit and are exposed to dusty conditions when chicks are in production
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled 

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