Hatchery Manager

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch rate possible for the lowest cost.
• Ensure that the Hatchery, Tech Advisors, and Contract Producers follow Animal Welfare guidelines.
• Plans production, spending, and capital improvement projects.
• Prepare the yearly budget for the hatchery.
• Controls cost in labor, repairs, supplies, and vaccines.
• Prepare monthly reports and graphs on hatchery performance.
• Reports egg fertility and hatching residue results, as needed, to the breeder department.
• Ensure compliance with Company and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Ensures completion of all quality assurance checks for the following: chick quality, vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.
• Follow D.O.T. regulations as well as environmental regulations.
• Consult with company veterinarian before making changes.
• Prepares employee schedules, approves vacation requests, and hires new employees as needed.