Poultry Production Field Specialist

Socket.dev; Massanutten (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a technical resource to share expertise on farm facilities, equipment, and medication options to improve poultry production. The role emphasizes knowledge of poultry farming, hatchery operations, and processing, with duties spanning farm inspections, advising on improvements, and collaboration with management.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, math, and safety skills, and are comfortable working with farmers, auditors, and laboratory staff to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience or training in poultry production or related field.
• Proactive team building and ability to work solo or in a team.
• Proficient PC skills (Word, Excel, internal programs).
• Strong math, reading, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to operate company/own vehicle with valid license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect farms for compliance and advise on development programs.
• Tour facilities and equipment for adequacy, sanitation, and efficiency.
• Examine chickens for disease signs and growth rates to judge programs.
• Recommend changes to facilities, equipment, and medications to boost production.
• Inform farmers of procedures, regulations, and standards to upgrade farms.
• Suggest lab testing or handle samples for analysis at the plant lab.
• Report findings and farmer reactions to management for quality.
• Support corrective/improvement actions and participate in audits.
• Record Production and Downtime data accurately.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Time management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

SMART devices

Company software

Job description

Socket.dev seeks a technical resource to share expertise on farm facilities, equipment, and medication options to improve poultry production. The role emphasizes knowledge of poultry farming, hatchery operations, and processing, with duties spanning farm inspections, advising on improvements, and collaboration with management.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, math, and safety skills, and are comfortable working with farmers, auditors, and laboratory staff to ensure high-quality