Flock Technical Specialist

Bell & Evans; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Evans is seeking a Flock Technical Specialist to perform technical tasks related to the broiler production program, collaborating with Flock Supervisors to ensure regulatory compliance. The role focuses on certification maintenance, audits, and biosecurity across farms.

The ideal candidate will have a poultry science background and 1–2 years of industry experience, with a valid driver’s license and an eligible Poultry Technician Certificate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science, or a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• One to two years of experience in poultry production preferred.
• Must have current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain broiler operation GAP Certification and Organic Certification; review paperwork and attend audits as a Bell and Evans representative.
• Maintain broiler departments NPIP blood records and coordinate the yearly NPIP audit.
• Manage broiler manual with current SOPs and coordinate printing of new manuals.
• Manage broiler growers' biosecurity plans, including tracking renewals and submitting to State for approval; coordinate surveillance swabbing during HPAI quarantines.
• Maintain all animal welfare, safety and bio-security practices on all farms.
• Other duties as assigned by Broiler Manager.

Skills

Audit coordination

Documentation

Biosecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science

Equivalent experience

Job description

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Flock Technical Specialist

4 days ago Requisition ID: 4746

Join the Company that is 100% committed to moving the bar higher. Your future belongs at the home of the Excellent Chicken…Bell and Evans!

Summary

The Flock Technical Specialist performs technical tasks related to Bell & Evans Broiler production program while working closely with Flock Supervisors to ensure compliance to regulatory programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain broiler operation GAP Certification and Organic Certification. As part of this responsibility, review paperwork, schedule audits, attend audits as a representative of Bell and Evans. Keep broiler manager and VP Live Operations updated on any upcoming changes to standards.
• Maintain broiler departments NPIP blood records and coordinate the yearly NPIP audit.
• Manage broiler manual with current SOP’s and coordinate printing of new manuals.
• Manage broiler grower’s biosecurity plans. Including tracking the biannual renewal and submitting to State for approval. Coordinate surveillance swabbing during times of HPAI quarantine zones.
• Maintain all animal welfare, safety and bio-security practices on all farms.
• Other duties as assigned by Broiler Manager.

Education and/or Experience

Ability to quickly adapt to ongoing continuous improvement changes.

Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science, or a related field or equivalent experience preferred.

One to two years of experience in poultry production preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have current driver’s license.

Must acquire and maintain an up to date Poultry Technician Certificate through the State of Pennsylvania.