Sallisaw & Surrounding Area - Poultry Vaccination Crew

Aviagen; Sallisaw (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking personnel to join the vaccination crew on our farm operations. You will work with day-old chicks, assisting with moving, weighing, and vaccinating birds while adhering to strict animal care standards and bio-security policies.

You must be able to work around farm smells, operate safely around chemicals, and handle a physically demanding environment. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand oral and written instructions and perform simple tasks.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work with day old chicks and assist in moving, weighing, and vaccinating birds.
• Follow Animal Care Standards, Welfare Guidelines, and Bio-Security procedures.
• Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner in a farm environment.

Skills

Oral & Written Instructions

Stand for Long Periods

Lifting Up To 50lbs

Job description

Job Description Summary

This role plays a critical part in overall success of the farm operations within the vaccination crew. This crew has primary responsibilities for the animal care and welfare of the birds.

Job Description

Work with day old chicks. Will be required to collect birds for moving, weighing, and vaccinations. Must be able to work with live animals and the associated environment. Collect blood samples, band/tag or remove tags from birds. Must follow Animal Care Standards, Animal Welfare Guidelines, and Bio-Security polies and procedures. Ability to work with chemicals such as detergents, disinfects, etc. Must perform essential duties in a safe and efficient manner as trained. Must be able to be around farm related smells or odors and loud/noisy environment. May work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays.

Job Qualifications

Ability to understand oral and written instructions and perform simple task. Ability to perform work that is repetitive in nature. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to grip, grasp, or twist using hands and wrist. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50lbs. Bend and stoop throughout the shift.