Assistant Hatchery Manager
Description
· 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.
Profile
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.