Poultry Operations Specialist — Contract Farms

Aviagen Inc; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen Inc. in the United States is seeking a qualified Poultry Specialist to supervise all aspects of contract farms and ensure biosecurity, animal welfare, and health & safety compliance. You will assist with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection, coordinating with supervisors and farm personnel.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Poultry Science (preferred), strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills, and is able to work flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred).
• Two years of poultry experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to calculate feed.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends – on call 24 hours a day.
• Self-motivated with accuracy and efficiency; good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising all aspects of contract farms.
• Resolving contract grower conflicts.
• Bio-security, strain security, animal welfare and health & safety responsibilities.
• Assisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection.
• May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Feed calculation

Weigh birds

Time management

Problem solving

Flexible hours

Team oriented

Driver’s license

Education

BS in Poultry Science (preferred)

Job description

Aviagen Inc. in the United States is seeking a qualified Poultry Specialist to supervise all aspects of contract farms and ensure biosecurity, animal welfare, and health & safety compliance. You will assist with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection, coordinating with supervisors and farm personnel.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Poultry Science (preferred), strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills, and is able to work flexible hours including weekends.