Poultry Selection & Data Assistant

Aviagen; Lewisburg (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking a Poultry Selection Assistant to support the Genomics team in turkey selection and data collection. You will prepare pens, gather birds, and present them for evaluation, ensuring accurate identification and humane handling in a fast-paced environment.

You will record measurements, maintain data integrity, and follow biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines while collaborating with farm staff to maintain smooth workflow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pens, staging areas, lanes, equipment, and supplies before selection or measurement activities begin.
• Locate and gather the correct turkeys by flock, pen, group, or other assigned identifier and move them calmly and safely to the selection area.
• Catch, hold, position, and present birds in a consistent manner so authorized team members can evaluate or measure them efficiently.
• Maintain each bird's identity and group assignment throughout the process; prevent mix-ups when birds are moved, measured, selected, separated, or returned.
• Observe birds during handling and immediately report signs of injury, illness, excessive stress, missing identification, or other concerns.
• Read and confirm individual bird identification before recording information; collect assigned measurements and observations using scales and measuring equipment.
• Enter or record information accurately in the required paper or electronic system and follow established data-entry order and naming conventions.
• Follow daily work assignments and communicate clearly with coworkers to maintain safe movement, accurate identification, and efficient workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly store or return equipment after use.
• Participate in required training and demonstrate continued proficiency in bird handling, measurement procedures, data entry, biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare.

Job description

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking a Poultry Selection Assistant to support the Genomics team in turkey selection and data collection. You will prepare pens, gather birds, and present them for evaluation, ensuring accurate identification and humane handling in a fast-paced environment.

You will record measurements, maintain data integrity, and follow biosecurity and animal welfare guidelines while collaborating with farm staff to maintain smooth workflow.