Poultry Tech Advisor I - Farm Health & Ops

Tyson Foods; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods seeks a Tech Advisor Breeder I in Robards, KY to support poultry producers with expert guidance on housing, litter, sanitation, and flock health. You will visit farms to verify bird comfort, adjust lighting and feeding, and coordinate chick placements with hatchery and live haul teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in agriculture or related field, 1+ year poultry experience, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license; travel is 1–5 trips yearly with strict biosecurity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years’ experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Must possess and maintain an active driver’s license.
• Biosecurity: must not own or maintain any domestic fowl; sign bio-security agreement.

Responsibilities

• Advise producers on building and equipment specifications, litter management and farm sanitation.
• Visit farms to document bird comfort, monitor flock and adjust lighting/equipment settings.
• Monitor feed consumption and coordinate chick placements with farms.
• Coordinate with Hatchery, Feed Mill, and Live Haul departments on contract farms and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with production contracts and USDA regulations.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field

Job description

Tyson Foods seeks a Tech Advisor Breeder I in Robards, KY to support poultry producers with expert guidance on housing, litter, sanitation, and flock health. You will visit farms to verify bird comfort, adjust lighting and feeding, and coordinate chick placements with hatchery and live haul teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in agriculture or related field, 1+ year poultry experience, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license; travel is 1–5 trips yearly with strict biosecurity