Pilgrim's-posted 3 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Concord, NC

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. We are looking for a Hatchery Quality Assurance (QA) Technician for Pilgrim’s in Concord, NC. This role is responsible for monitoring and verifying hatchery processes to ensure compliance with company standards, food safety regulations, and animal welfare guidelines. This role focuses on incubation performance, sanitation programs, microbial testing, and quality checks to maintain optimal hatch rates and chick health.

  • Verify incubation, ventilation, and sanitation programs are operating correctly
  • Perform calibration of incubation equipment and environmental controls
  • Conduct fertility and hatch residue breakouts to confirm proper incubation.
  • Perform microbial plating and bacterial testing according to schedules
  • Monitor chick quality, rectal temperatures, and box counts
  • Verify compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SSOP, and biosecurity protocols.
  • Compile and analyze data from incubation trials and QA audits
  • Maintain accurate records of hatch rates, mortality, and sanitation checks
  • Report deficiencies and assist in corrective actions.
  • Conduct monthly audits of hatchery programs
  • Ensure adherence to NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state, and federal regulations
  • Assist with vaccine mixing and backup duties in processing
  • Communicate effectively with hatchery management and production teams
  • Follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1–3 years in hatchery or poultry QA environment preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • e ffective communication both orally and in writing
  • capable of independent decision making
  • must have basic computer knowledge
  • ability to manage multiple priorities
  • M ust be able to stand for extended periods, work in a wet, cold, or hot environment and have the a bility to li ft 60 - 7 0 lbs
  • Associate degree in P oultry S cience or related field preferred
  • 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
  • Starting Hourly S alary of $25.00 per hour
  • 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
  • Better Futures The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. 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.
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