Hatchery Supervisor

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking an outstanding individual to fill our vacant position of Hatchery Service Room Supervisor at the Longview, TX. Hatchery. In this role, the candidate will be responsible to supervise and manage the day to day hatchery operations. This position will report to the Assistant Hatchery Managers.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Perform and coordinate all processes, from receipt of settable eggs to delivery of chicks 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 and communicating with the Hatchery Manager along with HR consultation.

• Responsible for generating accurate on-time reports (receiving/shipping, traying/carting, candling, fertility, etc.)

• Ensure all aspects of hatchery operations are following Live Production SOPs, chick-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/chick production, performance, condition, and other issues related to the hatchery operation

• Responsible for collecting and sending eggs, swabs and air samples for lab testing; handle communication with the lab regards to 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

• Perform related duties as required

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• 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

• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

• Supervisory or lead experience

• Ability to organize and prioritize, and supervise multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines

• Ability to independently research equipment, services and supplies specific to the hatchery operation

• One year of related experience and/or Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

We offer:

• Affordable health insurance

• 401K

• PTO

• Paid holidays

• Bonus plan

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.