Tech Advisor Broiler I - Forest Growout (MLO) - Forest, MS

AgHires; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being programs

FSA/HSA

401(k)

Stock Purchase Plan

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Forest, Mississippi is seeking a field-based poultry technician to provide technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds. You will advise on building and equipment specs, litter management, farm sanitation, and bird comfort, visiting farms to document conditions and implement remedies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in agriculture or related experience, 1+ year in poultry, and strong communication with basic computer skills.

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 and ability to convey information clearly.
• Basic computer skills including email and data entry.
• Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.

Responsibilities

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, monitor health, and provide remedies.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering if necessary.
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required.
• Coordinating chick placements to farms.
• Assisting with catch schedules and coordinating with Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul.
• Ensuring compliance with USDA and other regulations.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic computer skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural field or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Details

At Tyson Foods, our team members' health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That's why we're committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format and/or complete the application fully showing current and past work experience to be considered for the position.

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds regarding the proper care and comfort. Duties would include, but are not limited to:

• Advising producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Visiting farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedy when possible.
• Monitoring feed consumption and ordering if necessary.
• Pulling blood and fat samples as required.
• Coordinating chick placements to farms.
• Assisting with catch schedules.
• Ensuring communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding their contract farms.
• Ensuring compliance with the production contract to optimize flock quality and minimize costs.
• Ensuring adherence to all USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling.
• Working with the Broiler and Breeder Departments in coordinating weekly chick placements
• Performing other responsibilities as the need arises.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience relevant to the position preferred.

Experience: 1+ years' experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field preferred.

Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey information clearly and effectively through both verbal and written means. Proficiency in active listening, ensuring mutual understanding, and adapting communication style to various audiences.

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills such as checking electronic mail, entering data into document templates, or creating simple queries.

Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.

Additional Requirement: Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:No

Work Shift:1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.