Hatchery Associate I

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous agricultural, poultry, manufacturing, production, warehouse, or sanitation experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform repetitive work while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must possess reliable transportation to and from work.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Commitment to animal welfare and humane handling practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet production deadlines.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Willingness to learn company procedures and participate in ongoing training.
• Physical Requirements
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and reach.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements, including gripping, grasping, and twisting.
• Work with approved cleaning chemicals, detergents, and disinfectants while using required PPE.
• Work in environments that may be wet, damp, dusty, noisy, and have agricultural odors.
• Regularly interact with live poultry and hatchery materials.
• Work in varying temperature conditions, including both warm and cool environments.
• Routinely work up to six (6) days per week, including weekends and holidays, as production demands require.
• enefits
• Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 14 days annually, prorated based on hire date
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match (where eligible)
• Training and career development opportunities
• Work Authorization
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with Aviagen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Requirements

enefits

Work Authorization

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous agricultural, poultry, manufacturing, production, warehouse, or sanitation experience is preferred but not required.