BROILER SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Pilgrim; West Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to oversee bird performance metrics in poultry production. This role involves collaborating with contract growers to enhance husbandry practices, monitor bird mortality, and manage feed inventories. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in poultry science and a passion for optimizing production efficiency. Join a team committed to excellence in poultry processing while making a tangible impact on agricultural practices. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working closely with growers, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in poultry science or related field required.
• 2-5 years of directly related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor bird mortality and feed conversion metrics.
• Act as a liaison between the company and growers.
• Track and analyze bird mortality rates.

Skills

Bird Monitoring

Feed Conversion Analysis

Data Tracking and Analysis

Communication with Growers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science

Related field degree

Job description

Pilgrim's employs approximately 40,500 people and operates chicken processing plants and prepared-foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico and Mexico. The Company's primary distribution is through retailers and foodservice distributors. For more information, please visit http://www.pilgrims.com .

GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for monitoring bird mortality, feed conversion, sizing, and scheduling. Works with contract growers by monitoring house conditions and providing recommendations on issues that can improve bird performance and reduce cost for the company and grower.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as a liaison between company and growers.
• Monitors husbandry practices by growers and makes recommendations to growers.
• Tracks, records, and analyzes bird mortality rates.
• Maintains feed tank inventories and orders feed when necessary.
• May schedule and train other employees.

EDUCATION: Typically requires a Bachelors degree in a poultry science or related field.

EXPERIENCE: Typically requires greater than 2 up to 5 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirement.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION: Current driver's license and good driving record.