Poultry Care & Welfare Specialist

Daybreak Foods, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Foods, Inc. is seeking an Animal Caretaker to oversee the welfare and environment of chickens under the supervision of the Production Supervisor.

You will monitor barn conditions, report findings, and perform light maintenance on facilities and equipment to ensure a safe, productive environment. Responsibilities include monitoring bird health, feed and water supplies, and ensuring biosecurity and safety policies are followed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalency preferred.
• 1 year experience in agricultural environment and animal care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of chickens and the premises by keeping all facility doors locked to protect birds from predators, external climate and unauthorized personnel.
• Document completed tasks on a daily and weekly basis.
• Observe bird health and proper supply of feed, light, air and water daily.
• Collect and dispose of mortality.
• Move birds in and out of houses and operate moving equipment and cleaning.

Skills

Self-directed

Organized

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Animal care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Daybreak Foods, Inc. is seeking an Animal Caretaker to oversee the welfare and environment of chickens under the supervision of the Production Supervisor.

You will monitor barn conditions, report findings, and perform light maintenance on facilities and equipment to ensure a safe, productive environment. Responsibilities include monitoring bird health, feed and water supplies, and ensuring biosecurity and safety policies are followed.