Poultry Specialist I

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a responsible, qualified, and experienced candidate for the position of Poultry Specialist. This job will involve being responsible and accountable for supervising all aspects of contract farms.

Job Description

Job Duties:

• Supervising all aspects of contract farms
• Resolving contract grower conflicts
• Bio-security, strain security, animal welfare and health & safety are major responsibilities
• Assisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection
• May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor
  
  

Job Qualifications

• BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etc
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends – on call 24 hours a day
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Team oriented
• Current driver’s license
• Two years of poultry experience preferred
  
  

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.