Pullet Flock Specialist I

versovacareers; Moses Lake (WA); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, with family-owned farms and a workforce dedicated to flock care and quality eggs. The Pullet Specialist I role focuses on health, welfare, and optimal living conditions for pullets from 1 day to 16 weeks, while maintaining ethical treatment and regulatory compliance.

The specialist also manages barn facilities and equipment to support efficient pullet operations.

Formación

• 0-2 years of general work experience
• Understanding of pullet care and ethical livestock treatment
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to work in various climate conditions
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on production demand

Responsabilidades

• Ensure ethical treatment and care of pullets, adhering to industry standards and regulations
• Perform daily mortality checks and removals from cages
• Maintain cleanliness of water and feed areas in barns
• Conduct regular barn maintenance, including sweeping, pit shoveling, and blowdowns
• Replace burnt-out light bulbs promptly
• Monitor and maintain daily feed and water levels
• Collaborate with management to review and analyze production records
• Assist with pest control initiatives
• Administer vaccinations and monitor pullet health
• Perform general maintenance of pullet houses and systems
• Conduct environmental inspections, reporting issues to maintenance
• Execute additional tasks as required for flock and facility management
• Other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Pullet care knowledge

Physical strength

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Bilingual English/Spanish

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Pullet Specialist I

Department: Pullets

Location: Moses Lake, WA

Reports To: Pullets Manager

Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

Compensation: $21.00 / hr

Job Summary

The Pullet Specialist I is responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and optimal living conditions of pullets (chicks aged from 1 day to 16 weeks). This role involves maintaining the highest standards of ethical treatment, adhering to industry best practices, and complying with all relevant regulations. The specialist also manages barn facilities and equipment, contributing to the overall efficiency of pullet operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure ethical treatment and care of pullets, adhering to industry standards and regulations

• Perform daily mortality checks and removals from cages

• Maintain cleanliness of water and feed areas in barns

• Conduct regular barn maintenance, including sweeping, pit shoveling, and blowdowns

• Replace burnt-out light bulbs promptly

• Monitor and maintain daily feed and water levels

• Collaborate with management to review and analyze production records

• Assist with pest control initiatives

• Administer vaccinations and monitor pullet health

• Perform general maintenance of pullet houses and systems

• Conduct environmental inspections, reporting issues to maintenance

• Execute additional tasks as required for flock and facility management

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 0-2 years of general work experience

• Understanding of pullet care and ethical livestock treatment

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Ability to work in various climate conditions

• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on production demand

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in poultry or livestock management

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, and relevant agricultural regulations

Work Environment

This position operates in a barn setting, exposing the specialist to extreme temperatures, humidity, and weather changes. The role involves handling animals, manure, and dust in potentially noisy and odorous conditions. The Pullet Specialist must be comfortable working in these environments and able to perform physical tasks throughout the day. Safety protocols and biosecurity measures must be strictly followed.

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits:

• Regular performance reviews

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• HSA with company match

• Paid time Off

• Paid Holidays

• 401K with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.