Breeder Technician (Poultry)

Shift

1st Shift

Description

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.

Requirements

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.

Physical Requirements

• Travel regularly to assigned farms.
• Frequently lift 50+ lbs.
• Walk in an outside environment (including inclement weather conditions) on a daily basis.
• Constantly subject to dusty and hot environments.
• Frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Benefits Information

Benefits Eligibility Varies Paid Time Off 401k Savings Plan Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available Company Sponsored Purchasing Program Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided Weekly Pay Check Promotional Career Opportunities All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc. Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!