Nightshift Hatchery Supervisor

Aviagen•Quitman, GA

About The Position

We are seeking an ideal candidate to fit in this position of Hatchery Supervisor. The ideal candidate should have supervisory experience working in the poultry and breeding environment. This job will be responsible for supervising and managing the Hatchery Operations. Job Description: Job Description: Perform and coordinate all processes, from receipt of settable eggs to delivery of birds to the farms, including receiving, washing, grading, setting, candling, transfer, hatch grading, vaccination, shipment, sanitation, etc. Provide guidance and supervision to staff Monitor staff performance and staff development Perform duties related to hiring, assigning, training, disciplining and terminating hatchery employees with HR consultation Consult with Hatchery Manager on employee issues, when necessary Responsible for generating accurate on-time reports (receiving/shipping, traying/carting, candling, pedigree/fertility, etc.) Ensure all aspects of hatchery operations are in compliance with Live Production SOPs, well-being guidelines, biosecurity guidelines, staff safety programs, and take appropriate action if required Under the direction of Hatchery Manager, ensure compliance with established SOPs by monitoring production processes, hatch performance, day-old and egg quality, equipment operation, and schedule attainment requirements. Communicate to the Manager any observed irregularities Ensure proper operation, inspection, cleaning, monitoring, and repair of all hatchery equipment Perform minor repairs as required Effectively communicate with other departments of the company regarding egg/bird production, performance, condition, and other issues related to the hatchery operation Responsible for collecting and sending eggs, and air samples for lab testing; handling communication with the lab regarding collection procedures, test results, etc. Respond to off-hour alarms, works weekends and holidays according to rotation schedule Cover for the Hatchery Manager when required

Requirements

Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of hatchery production and support processes, established SOPs, company policies, and state and federal regulations
Demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to organize and prioritize departmental needs
Strong verbal and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively with others and interact with all levels of employees
Ability to effectively resolve conflicts as needed
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to troubleshoot and analyze technical problems
Working knowledge of computer software including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, databases
Supervisory or lead experience
Ability to organize and prioritize, and supervise multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines
Ability to perform day-old duck gender selection and train others to perform this operation
Ability to independently research equipment, services and supplies specific to the hatchery operation
Bachelor’s Degree in Animal or Poultry Science or another related field is, or practical work experience equivalent

Responsibilities

Perform and coordinate all processes, from receipt of settable eggs to delivery of birds to the farms, including receiving, washing, grading, setting, candling, transfer, hatch grading, vaccination, shipment, sanitation, etc.
Provide guidance and supervision to staff
Monitor staff performance and staff development
Perform duties related to hiring, assigning, training, disciplining and terminating hatchery employees with HR consultation
Consult with Hatchery Manager on employee issues, when necessary
Responsible for generating accurate on-time reports (receiving/shipping, traying/carting, candling, pedigree/fertility, etc.)
Ensure all aspects of hatchery operations are in compliance with Live Production SOPs, well-being guidelines, biosecurity guidelines, staff safety programs, and take appropriate action if required
Under the direction of Hatchery Manager, ensure compliance with established SOPs by monitoring production processes, hatch performance, day-old and egg quality, equipment operation, and schedule attainment requirements.
Communicate to the Manager any observed irregularities
Ensure proper operation, inspection, cleaning, monitoring, and repair of all hatchery equipment
Perform minor repairs as required
Effectively communicate with other departments of the company regarding egg/bird production, performance, condition, and other issues related to the hatchery operation
Responsible for collecting and sending eggs, and air samples for lab testing; handling communication with the lab regarding collection procedures, test results, etc.
Respond to off-hour alarms, works weekends and holidays according to rotation schedule
Cover for the Hatchery Manager when required