Hatchery Associate

Pilgrim's • Sauk Rapids, MN

2d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Hatchery Associate At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Join our Pilgrim’s H atchery T eam in Sauk Rapids, MN and help ensure the healthy start of our poultry flock! In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for tasks such as handling eggs, monitoring incubation, assisting with chick hatching, and performing quality checks to maintain the highest animal care and biosecurity standards. You’ll operate specialized equipment, keep work areas clean, and follow strict safety and sanitation protocols. This is a fast-paced environment where precision and teamwork are essential. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, this is your chance to grow with a company dedicated to excellence and animal welfare!

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly, have good communication skills both written and orally , ability to comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense, and must be a team player .
• Work in high-temperature environments (100+°F), tolerate odors, and handle repetitive lifting/pushing of 10 0 lbs or more with continuous physical activity.
• Candidate must be able to push/pull 450 lb. b uggies (on wheels) of chicks and eggs .
• Must not raise any poultry or birds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Base hourly salary rate of $16.99 /hour
• Perfect attendance incentive of $ 4 .00 extra per hour for perfect attendance paid out weekly
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees