Description
HATCHERY SPECIALIST
DATE POSTED: JULY 20TH, 2026
DATE WILL CLOSE: July 27th, 2026
DEPT: HATCHERY
SHIFT: DAYS- 5:30AM – 4:00PM
LOCATION: SAUK RAPIDS AND ST. CLOUD
PAY: starts at $20.11/hour
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Hatchery Specialist/Monitoring Assistant specializes in proper Hatcher cleaning and performance. Assists in the Hatchery monitoring program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Washes and disinfects hatchers between hatches.
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Prepares the machines for the next transfer, coordinating cleaning with early transfer crew.
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Helps load eggs into incubators.
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Assists in washing the incubators and farm racks when necessary.
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Responsible for proper operation of the hatchers.
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Informs the Hatchery manager/Maintenance of inadequate hatchery operation.
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Performs all other tasks as directed.
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8. Other duties as required.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS and BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
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Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
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Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
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Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
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Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Knowledge of hatchers and Incubation.
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Must have an ability to adapt overflow amidst changing schedules and efficiently accommodate both pull and transfer schedule.
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Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English
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Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of unknowns.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION:Applications accepted until JULY 27TH, 2026
Please submit application on-line at: jobs.pilgrims.com
EOE, including disability/vets
