Poultry Specialist I

Aviagen; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama is seeking a Poultry Specialist I to supervise all aspects of contract farms and ensure animal welfare, bio-security and safety.

Responsibilities include placements, vaccinations, disinfection, resolving grower conflicts, and performing other tasks as needed by supervisor.

The role requires a BS in Poultry Science (preferred), good communication and the ability to work weekends and on-call.

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.
• Two years of poultry experience preferred.
• Current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervising all aspects of contract farms.
• Resolving contract grower conflicts.
• Bio-security, 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

Feed calculation

Bird weighing

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

BS in Poultry Science or related field

Job description

## Poultry Specialist IApply: Elkmont, Alabama: Full time: Posted Today: JR102843**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 farmsResolving contract grower conflictsBio-security, strain security, animal welfare and health & safety are major responsibilitiesAssisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfectionMay perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisorJob Qualifications:BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred)Basic computer skillsAbility to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etcAbility to work flexible hours including some weekends – on call 24 hours a dayMust be self-motivated with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiencyGood communication, organizational and interpersonal skillsTeam orientedCurrent driver’s licenseTwo years of poultry experience preferredWe 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.