What are the responsibilities and job description for the Breeder Technician (Poultry) position at Koch Foods, Inc.?
- Responsible for representing Koch Foods relationships with contracted growers.
- Oversee breeder farms and grower relationships.
- Monitor house conditions and bird welfare.
- Provide technical assistance and recommend improvements on conditions, performance, and cost reductions.
- Ensure grower is prepared to receive pullets on schedule.
- Ensure grower is in compliance with Company standards for lighting, ventilation and temperature.
- Establish proper feed and water programs, maintaining proper bird weight.
- Manage egg pick up, packing and storage.
- Communicate with growers, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
- Manage production and performance of breeder hens, ensuring high standard of egg production and hatchability.
- All other relevant duties as required.
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor Degree in Agricultural, Poultry or Animal Science, or other closely related field of study preferred.
- Current Driver's License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record required.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with poultry breeding and bird health.
- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirement surrounding animal welfare and food production.
- Strong customer-centric attitude, exhibiting high energy and strong sense of urgency.