# Hatchery Poult Room Technician

> Prestage · Clinton, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-31

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Prestage Farms of North Carolina - 01

## Description

Prestage Farms is seeking a _**Poult Room Technician**_ who will work in conjunction with the other associates to expedite the process of performing the necessary services to the newly hatched poults. The poult room technician serves as a team player within the department to facilitate the health and well-being of the poults. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

**Responsibilities**

-   Performs the necessary servicing elements that are acceptable to the standards of reasonable poultry husbandry practices that include but not limited to debeaking; toe nail trimming; dewclaw removal; and works with all relevant parties regarding cost control.
-   Carries out a number of activities associated with poult servicing and processing procedures; performs task and work methods in a manner as to increase work unit effectiveness and efficiency; and carries out assignment and/or functional responsibility on a daily basis.
-   Works ethically and directly with all hatchery associates; establishes criteria for acceptable work behavior and performance; evaluates each task by comparing work quality to performance standards; and performs the necessary elements to maintain high standards throughout the poult processing room.

## Requirements

-   Work independently
-   Exercise discretion and independent judgment
-   Explain and apply policies, processes, and procedures
-   Evaluate and resolve technical situations through the application of company policies and procedures
-   Communicate both verbally and in writing
-   Maintain working relationships with department heads, clerical administration and representatives of other divisions and departments
-   Participate and enforce the company safety program

**ADA Requirements**

-   Constant lifting of poults that weigh 60 grams
-   Lifts loaded poult boxes in excess of 25 pounds
-   Sit on a stool for the duration of the processing day while standing is permissible at some stations
-   Individual is expected to shower before entering the facility and wear a company uniform

## Benefits

In addition to very competitive pay, employees of Prestage Farms receive:

-   Sick Pay
-   Vacation Pay
-   Holiday Pay
-   401(k) Plan
-   Voluntary Medical Insurance
-   Voluntary Insurance options such as Dental, Vision, Etc.

## Apply

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