Hatchery Quality Control Technician

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

Ensure the highest quality chicks are produced by monitoring and maintaining optimal incubation and hatching conditions. As a Hatchery Quality Control Technician, you will oversee key processes, track environmental factors, and help ensure all standards are met to support healthy chick development. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will play a vital role in supporting our growers and overall production success. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in quality, enjoys hands on work, and is committed to supporting high standards in a fast-paced hatchery environment.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Candle and breakout eggs from each flock/house set weekly.
• Identify stage at which growth ended, as well as abnormalities in embryo formation and positioning.
• Monitor hatch progression, checking chick hatch percentage and rectal temps 12 hours prior to chick pull.
• Ensure adherence to poultry welfare and Safety Chain requirements through routine and varied data collection.
• 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.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent.   

Preferred Education and Experience

• Background in Broiler Hatchery Operations.
• Knowledge of PC applications, such as Excel, Word, etc., as well as database applications (MTech, Safety Chain, etc.).

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Moving in an upright position and working on wet, dry, and often slippery concrete floors for up to 4 hours in a single interval.
• Must be able to lift overhead and control 35 lbs to a height of approximately 84 inches.
• Exposure to temperatures from <32 to 101.25 with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• Extended exposure to temperatures from 99 to 101 with 82% humidity for periods up to 2 hours in a single interval.
• Exposure to noise ranges of <50db to >110db and light intensity range of <50 to 75-100 foot candles.
• Bending, twisting, and lifting, while grasping containers weighing up to 35 lbs, at intervals up to 10 times per minute, at maximum forward angles of 30-60.
• Squatting, lifting and carrying weights of up to 35 lbs while walking distances of 10 – 20 feet.
• Exposure to chlorinated water <50ppm, caustic detergents, lubricating oils, poultry vaccines, and other chemicals as listed in hatchery MSDS.
• 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.