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

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a field-based role to provide technical assistance to producers caring for the company’s birds, focusing on proper care and comfort of flocks.

The position requires education in agriculture and 1+ years in poultry or related fields, with strong communication and basic computer skills. Travel is required, and compliance with USDA regulations is essential.

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 the ability to convey information clearly in verbal and written form.
• Basic computer skills such as checking email, entering data into templates, or creating simple queries.

Responsibilities

• 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 adherence to the production contract to optimize flock quality and minimize costs.
• Ensuring compliance with USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling.
• Working with Broiler and Breeder Departments in coordinating weekly chick placements.
• Performing other responsibilities as the need arises.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

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

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

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:

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.