Job Description Summary:
Aviagen is hiring candidates for a Maintenance/Hatchery Lead Position. This position will be responsible for assisting with Hatchery management. This role will ensure that maintenance of buildings and equipment are maintained to standards and additionally ensuring compliance of the Human resources, Animal Welfare, Safety, Workers Comp, Quality, and Biosecurity programs and policies by all individuals. Job Description:
Assist with the supervision of activities of the hatchery and employees as required
Monitor poultry health and take proper and immediate steps to prevent and treat diseases
Gain familiarity with controller and ventilation systems and adjust ventilation and heat in accordance to incubation guidelines and manager's instructions
Gain familiarity with hatchers and incubators
Assist the supervisor with implementation of poultry practices as outlined in Hatchery SOP and other communications
Assure that hatchery equipment is properly maintained
Implement power and emergency procedures when needed
Meet required hatchery schedules by providing proper cleaning, disinfecting, and setup for placements
Maintain the hatchery premises, buildings, and equipment in a clean, safe and orderly manner at all times which includes monitoring and troubleshooting issues with hatchers, incubators, injectors etc…
Assist with work schedule development
Complete and maintain supplies for bird services such as vaccines, wing bands, spray vaccines, and injectors independently or while leading a team
Adhere to all Safety, Biosecurity, and Animal Welfare programs in collaboration with the Veterinary Services and EHS Departments
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures
Responsible for all hatchery data entry, as directed by the hatchery manager
Assist in the oversight of proper training of new members of the crew
Complete and oversee weekly & monthly test sampling, including but not limited to: water samples, vaccine samples, and completing all submission forms in their entirety
Follow established guidelines in regard to directing hourly employees (without disciplinary oversight)
Perform any and all functions as assigned by Hatchery Manager or Production Team Management with no unreported issues
Job Qualifications:
Ability to understand oral and written instructions, and perform high-level tasks under direct instruction of the Hatchery Supervisor or Production Team
Microsoft Office computer skills
Ability to maintain and record data pertinent to hatchery operations without error
Ability to troubleshoot hatchery equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with all individuals
Ability to lead the hatchery in the event of the Hatchery Manager's absence
High school graduate level proficiency in reading, writing, and arithmetic
Must be able to complete repetitive work and stand for extended periods of time
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure; 5 years’ experience in a hatchery or as a hatchery Supervisor
Physical Requirements:
Work with chemicals, such as detergents and disinfectants
Stand for extended periods of time (6 hours)
Grip, grasp, or twist using hands and wrists
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs
Bend and stoop repetitively throughout shift
Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments
Routinely work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays
Routine handling and interacting with live poultry
Ongoing presence of hatchery related smells or odors
Climate exposure both hot and cold
Work in damp and/or wet environment
Work in a loud/noisy environment
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.