Poultry Specialist

aviagen; Elkmont (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

aviagen in Alabama is seeking a Poultry Specialist to supervise all aspects of contract farms, ensure animal welfare, biosecurity, and health & safety, and assist with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection.

The role requires a BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred), basic computer skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, and willingness to work flexible hours including some weekends; current drivers license and 2 years poultry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends - on call 24 hours a day.
• Must be self-motivated with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented.
• Current driver's license.
• Two years of poultry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

On-call availability

Education

BS in Poultry Science or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post of Poultry Specialist. This job will be Responsible and accountable for supervising all aspects of contract farms. Job Description:

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

Job Qualifications

• BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends - on call 24 hours a day
• Must be self-motivated with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented
• Current driver's license
• Two years of poultry experience preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.