Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

As a Hatchery Lead, you take on a vital leadership role at the heart of hatchery operations. You guide, train, and support hatchery associates while closely monitoring equipment and processes to ensure everything runs at peak performance. By maintaining optimal environmental conditions, you help deliver healthy, high-quality chicks to our growers, playing a direct role in the success of our operations and the strength of our production system.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:55am – 2:30pm

Benefits

This position has a base rate of $23 – $25 per hour depending on experience and qualification levels.

In addition to the hourly wage, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/RX, 401(k) with employer match after 1-year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and delegate tasks to Hatchery worker to maintain hatchery efficiency and compliance to animal welfare guidelines.
• Identify and report equipment deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Incubation practices such as Egg candling, Egg breakout and machine monitoring and calibration.
• Perform all duties as requested by management in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with hatchery and company standard operating procedures, while fostering team spirit and morale.
• Adhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters

Minimum Education

• High school or equivalent

Experience Requirements

• A background in Broiler hatchery operations is preferred.
•  Knowledge and familiarity of PC applications such as excel, word and database applications such as Mtech, Safety Chain is preferred.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift egg cases weighing up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to interior temperatures of 55 – 105 degrees and outside weather conditions.
• Humidity up to 100%
• Work in a wet, damp, dusty (chick down) environment
• Exposure to chemicals and vaccines used in a Hatchery Process
• Must wear and/or use personal protective equipment/devices in accordance with SOPs and company directives.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.