Hatchery managers oversee all aspects of a poultry hatchery This includes the management of personnel eggs and equipment They manage and coordinate through supervisory personnel hatchery activities such as egg pickup and delivery care incubation and hatching grading vaccination preparation and shipping of chicks Duties and responsibilities Manage and coordinate hatchery activities Oversee the quality assurance program Monitor facility equipment and repairs Oversee hatchery sanitation Keep current knowledge of industry trends Manage animal welfare program Plan and oversee hatchery budget Comply with all company policies and animal welfare guidelines Manage chick care maintenance packing and transfer activities Manage and maintain weekly hatch schedules Direct supervision of employees