Poultry Specialist

CWT Farms; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Kentucky is seeking a Poultry Specialist to supervise all aspects of contract farms and ensure operations run safely and efficiently.

The role involves resolving grower conflicts, enforcing biosecurity, managing health and welfare, assisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection, and performing additional tasks as needed. A BS in Poultry Science or related field is preferred, along with basic computer skills and strong teamwork and communication abilities.

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

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Valid driver’s license

Problem solving

Ability to weigh birds

Education

Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science

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.

We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen! Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring. Are you ready for the adventure?