Poultry Production Tech Advisor I

Tyson Foods; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Kentucky seeks a technical farm support professional to assist producers caring for the company's birds. You will advise on building and equipment specs, document bird comfort, and manage flock and equipment settings while monitoring health and feed as needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating chick placements, ensuring compliance with the production contract and USDA regulations, and working with hatchery, feed mill, and live haul teams to optimize performance on contracted

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years in farm or animal husbandry preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical assistance to producers caring for company's birds.
• Advising producers regarding building and equipment specifications.
• Documenting bird comfort and flock management.
• Monitoring bird health and providing remedies when possible.
• Coordinating chick placements and catch schedules as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with production contracts and USDA regulations.

Skills

Farm experience

Animal husbandry

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Tyson Foods in Kentucky seeks a technical farm support professional to assist producers caring for the company's birds. You will advise on building and equipment specs, document bird comfort, and manage flock and equipment settings while monitoring health and feed as needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating chick placements, ensuring compliance with the production contract and USDA regulations, and working with hatchery, feed mill, and live haul teams to optimize performance on contracted