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Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Trion, GA · On-site

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Forsyth, GA · On-site

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Trion, GA · On-site

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Trion, GA

$12 - $16.25/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Forsyth, GA · On-site

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Perdue Farms

Hatchery Production Associate

Forsyth, GA

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Summary As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety ...

Wayne Farms LLC

Hatchery Associate

Clermont, GA · On-site

Hatchery or relative poultry industry experience. * Basic math functions and skills. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: * Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs. * Must wear Personal ...

House of Raeford Farms

Shipping Associate

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... poultry combos are accountable and ready for shipping • Producing packing slips, invoices and purchase orders accurately to Shipping Clerk • Interacting with teammates to ensure all orders are ...

Perdue Farms

Senior Plant Engineer

Perry, GA · On-site

$82K - $112K/yr

... poultry processing operation, feed mill, hatchery and a wastewater treatment facility. • Position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities. When ...

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly - Day Shift

Canton, GA · On-site

$18.50/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly

Douglas, GA · On-site

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Perdue Farms

Senior Plant Engineer

Perry, GA · On-site

$82K - $112K/yr

... poultry processing operation, feed mill, hatchery and a wastewater treatment facility. Position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities. When in a ...

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly - Day Shift

Canton, GA

$18.50/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Perdue Farms

Senior Plant Engineer

Perry, GA

$82K - $112K/yr

... found in a poultry processing operation, feed mill, hatchery and a wastewater treatment facility. · Position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all ...

JBS Imports

Production Hourly

Douglas, GA · On-site

$17.95/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly - Day Shift

Canton, GA · On-site

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly - Day Shift

Canton, GA · On-site

$18.50/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

Pilgrim's

Production Hourly - Day Shift

Canton, GA · On-site

$18.50/hr

Process poultry products using tools, manual labor, and equipment according to USDA and Pilgrim's standards. * Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.

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What is a poultry associate?

Poultry Associates are workers who help care for and manage poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, or ducks, on farms or in production facilities. Their duties typically include feeding birds, collecting eggs, cleaning enclosures, monitoring the health of the flock, and maintaining proper living conditions. They may also assist with vaccinations, record-keeping, and preparing birds for sale or transport. Poultry Associates play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of the birds and the efficiency of poultry operations.

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

To thrive as a Poultry Associate, you need a basic understanding of animal care, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with farm equipment, biosecurity protocols, and safety standards is frequently required, and some employers may provide on-the-job training or require certifications in animal handling. Strong work ethic, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for success in this role. These skills ensure the health and productivity of the poultry, maintain a safe working environment, and support efficient farm operations.

What are some common challenges faced by poultry associates, and how can they be managed on the job?

Poultry Associates often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict biosecurity protocols, working in environments with fluctuating temperatures, and handling live animals with care. Managing these challenges typically involves adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines, using personal protective equipment, and communicating effectively with team members to ensure animal welfare and product quality. Employers often provide training on safe handling techniques and procedures to help associates succeed and stay safe on the job.

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Infographic showing various Poultry Associate job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Hatchery Production Associate

Perdue Farms

Trion, GA • On-site

$11.50 - $15.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Perdue Farms rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 99 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

312th of 444 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
Summary
As a Hatchery Production Associate, you play a key role in creating the optimal environment where healthy, high-quality chicks begin their journey. This hands-on position supports a variety of essential hatchery activities that ensure proper incubation, hatching, and care, all while maintaining precise environmental conditions. Your work directly contributes to delivering a superior product to Perdue Farms growers and helps to uphold the high standards of quality, care, and excellence that define our operations.
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Correctly receive, set, and transfer approximately 991,440 eggs per week, ensuring minimum damage while maximizing hatchability.
  • Thoroughly clean and sanitize entire hatchery, which may include 68 hatchers and setters, 37 evaporative coolers, 14 heaters and associated duct work, reducing to the greatest extent possible the presence of mold and bacteria.
  • Properly and efficiently operate tray wash and/or separator machines, ensuring maximum throughput with minimum product damage.
  • Safely transport and process approximately 250,000 chicks daily, ensuring accurate chick distribution and proper chick quality control.
  • Perform all duties as requested by management in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with hatchery and company standard operating procedures, while fostering team spirit and morale.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • High school or equivalent.
  • Reading and writing skills.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
  • Moving in an upright position and working on wet, dry, and often slippery concrete floors for up to 4 hours in a single interval.
  • Must be able to lift overhead and control 35 lbs to a height of approximately 84 inches.
  • Exposure to temperatures from <32° to 101.25° with both ambient and 100% humidity.
  • Extended exposure to temperatures from 99° to 101° with 82% humidity for periods up to 2 hours in a single interval.
  • Exposure to noise ranges of <50db to >110db and light intensity range of <50-to-75-100-foot candles.
  • Bending, twisting, and lifting, while grasping containers weighing up to 35 lbs, at intervals up to 10 times per minute, at maximum forward angles of 30-60°. Squatting, lifting and carrying weights of up to 35 lbs while walking distances of 10 - 20 feet.
  • Exposure to chlorinated water <50ppm, caustic detergents, lubricating oils, poultry vaccines, and other chemicals as listed in hatchery MSDS.
  • Must wear and/or use personal protective equipment/devices in accordance with SOPs and company directives.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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