Night Shift Supervisor

Aviagen•Watertown, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

CWT Farms International Night Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all overnight hatchery operations, with a primary focus on facility upkeep, equipment functionality, sanitation, and operational readiness for the next production day. This is a working supervisor role, actively performing maintenance, cleaning, and operational tasks while leading the night shift team. This position ensures the building, hatchers, and equipment are properly maintained, alarms are monitored, and all assigned tasks are completed accurately. The Night Shift Supervisor holds employees accountable for attendance and performance and reports directly to the Assistant Hatchery Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous leadership or supervisory experience required
Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills (equipment, facility systems)
Ability to work independently and make decisions during overnight hours
Strong accountability, reliability, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to be hands-on and perform physical labor
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at time of hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of maintenance, hatchery, or production experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine building checks to ensure all areas are clean, safe, and operational
Identify, troubleshoot, and address basic maintenance issues (equipment, water, electrical, alarms)
Ensure hatchers, setters, and related equipment are functioning properly
Monitor and respond to alarms, taking immediate corrective action as needed
Coordinate and escalate major repairs to maintenance or management
Ensure all cleaning and sanitation tasks are completed to standard
Verify hatchers, equipment, and work areas are properly cleaned and ready for next-day production
Enforce sanitation protocols and hold team accountable for cleanliness standards
Prevent cross-contamination by enforcing biosecurity procedures
Supervise night shift employees and assign daily tasks
Hold employees accountable for attendance, punctuality, and job performance
Address performance issues in real-time and escalate when necessary
Ensure all work is completed correctly and efficiently before shift end
Step in and perform tasks as needed to ensure completion (working supervisor)
Assist with hatchery processes as needed, including handling of hatchers and chick areas
Ensure proper handling to minimize chick loss and maintain quality
Support overall hatchery operations to maintain workflow continuity
Document and communicate all issues, repairs, and incomplete tasks to the Assistant Manager
Provide clear shift handoff notes to ensure continuity between shifts
Report equipment failures, safety concerns, and staffing issues promptly