What are the responsibilities and job description for the Livestock Production Worker position at Staffing Resource Group, Inc?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Livestock Production Worker to join our team. As a key member of our farm operations, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our facilities, as well as assisting with various tasks related to animal care and crop production.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of all company facilities and grounds, including mowing, trimming, pesticide and herbicide application, snow removal, light maintenance.
- Operate a skidsteer, tractor, forklift, or other necessary farm or site machinery.
- Cover the role of Poultry House Operator: Operate egg sanitizing machine, collection tables and conveyance systems; collect, sanitize, inspect, and eggs according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and/or special instruction.
- Assist the Recycle Crew and Maintenance departments as needed.
- Hatchery responsibilities: egg receiving, egg sorting, setting, and candling.
- Monitor and maintain bird condition by observing feather cover, temperament, and body weights.
- Monitor feed, water, light, and ventilation systems for the production house.
- Euthanize birds as required by management and remove dead birds.
- Perform required environmental testing, required health testing, blood sampling, cloacal swabs, fecal material sample collection.
- Accurately complete required recordkeeping documents/forms.
- Perform general housekeeping duties and basic maintenance of equipment.
- Disinfect supplies, equipment, the building entry lock system, and rooms according to SOP
- Complete annual Fit Testing certification with a N95, half, and full-face cartridge respirator mask is required.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)
- 1-2 years related light maintenance or agricultural experience preferred
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Valid driver's license
- Demonstrated accuracy in record keeping.
- Must be able to work any day of the week.
