Poultry Tech Advisor: Breeder I, 1st Shift

Tyson Foods; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Education benefits

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Snead, AL is seeking a Tech Advisor Breeder I on the 1st shift to support producers caring for our birds. You will advise on building and equipment specifications, litter management, and farm sanitation, and visit farms to document bird comfort and health.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in an agricultural field or related experience, 1+ year poultry experience, strong communication, basic computer skills, and ability to travel 1-5 trips per year; drivers license required;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience relevant to the position preferred.
• 1+ years' experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills; ability to convey information clearly verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills such as email, data entry, basic queries.

Responsibilities

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter management and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment/lighting settings, monitor bird health, and provide direction/recommendations.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering.
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required.
• Coordinating chick placements to farms.
• Assisting with catch schedules.
• Ensuring communication among Hatchery, Feed Mill, and Live Haul departments regarding contract farms.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field

Job description

Tyson Foods in Snead, AL is seeking a Tech Advisor Breeder I on the 1st shift to support producers caring for our birds. You will advise on building and equipment specifications, litter management, and farm sanitation, and visit farms to document bird comfort and health.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in an agricultural field or related experience, 1+ year poultry experience, strong communication, basic computer skills, and ability to travel 1-5 trips per year; drivers license required;