Broiler Technician

Tyson Foods; Center (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Field Poultry Technician in Center, Texas to provide technical assistance to our grower partners. You will advise on housing, litter, sanitation, visit farms to document bird comfort and health, and coordinate with hatchery, feedmill, and livehaul teams.

The role requires 1+ year poultry experience, strong communication, and basic computer skills. Travel up to 5 trips per year is expected, with a bachelor’s in agriculture preferred and an important compliance focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field preferred.
• 1+ years poultry or agriculture experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills demonstrated in writing and speaking.
• Ability to travel 1–5 trips per year.

Responsibilities

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedy when possible.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering if necessary.
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required.
• Coordinating chick placements to farms.
• Assisting with catch schedules.
• Ensuring communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding contract farms.
• Ensuring adherence to USDA and other regulations regarding poultry handling.
• Travel 1 to 5 trips per year.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Travel up to 5 trips/year

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field

Tools

Basic computer skills

MS Office

Job description

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds regarding the proper care and comfort. Duties would include, but are not limited to:

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedy when possible.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering if necessary
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required
• Coordinating chick placements to farms
• Assisting with catch schedules
• Ensuring communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding their contract farms.
• Ensuring compliance with the production contract to optimize flock quality and minimize costs.
• Ensuring adherence to all USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling.
• Working with the Broiler and Breeder Departments in coordinating weekly chick placements
• Performing other responsibilities as the need arises.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience relevant to the position preferred.

Experience: 1+ years’ experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.

Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey information clearly and effectively through both verbal and written means. Proficiency in active listening, ensuring mutual understanding, and adapting communication style to various audiences.

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills such as checking electronic mail, entering data into document templates, or creating simple queries.

Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.

Additional Requirement: Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl.