Hatchery General Labor

Hatchery Labor

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim’s Hatchery Team in Enterprise, AL, and help ensure the healthy start of our poultry flock! In this hands‑on role, you’ll handle eggs, monitor incubation, assist with chick hatching, perform quality checks, operate specialized equipment, maintain a clean work area, and follow strict safety and sanitation protocols.

This fast‑paced, precision‑focused environment requires teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

• Handle and set eggs in incubators according to established procedures.
• Monitor incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, ventilation) to ensure optimal hatching results.
• Assist with chick hatching and transfer, ensuring proper care and handling.
• Perform quality checks on eggs and chicks to maintain health and biosecurity standards.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas to meet strict safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all biosecurity and animal welfare protocols to protect flock health and product integrity.
• Record and maintain accurate data on egg counts, hatch rates, and chick quality for reporting purposes.
• Assist with chick vaccination and preparation for transport, ensuring proper handling and care.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills:
  
  Ability to multitask and work quickly, good communication skills, ability to follow directions, and team player.
• Physical requirements:
  
  Work in high-temperature environments (100+°F), tolerate odors, handle repetitive lifting/pushing of 100 lbs or more with continuous physical activity; push/pull 450 lb buggies of chicks and eggs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 5 AM to 4 PM or until production is complete.
• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development:
  Continuous learning opportunities and a focus on professional growth.
• College Tuition Assistance Program:
  Eligibility for associate degrees and trade certificates at community and technical colleges with tuition assistance. The Better Futures Program provides investments in the futures of team members and their families.

To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EOE, including disability/vets