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Job Details:
ABOUT TYSON:
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. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment. The Humboldt Plant also has an On-site Tyson Learning Center (child daycare center).
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
SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds to ensure proper care and comfort.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advising Producers: Offer guidance on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
- Farm Visits: Document bird comfort, manage the flock, and adjust equipment settings.
- Feed and Light Schedules: Direct and monitor schedules to optimize bird health and productivity.
- Health Monitoring: Oversee bird health, egg production, body weight, and conformation, providing remedies when necessary.
- Sample Collection: Pull blood and fat samples on time as required.
- Coordination: Manage bird placements to farms, assist with catch schedules, and ensure communication between hatchery, feed mill, vaccination crews, and live-haul.
- Compliance: Ensure both producer and company compliance with production contracts to produce high-quality, cost-effective flocks.
- Regulation Adherence: Follow all USDA and other government regulations when handling poultry.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a valid Driver's license
Be at least 18 years of age or older.
No DUI/DWIs in the last 12 months
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in poultry breeding or a related field preferred.
- Strong understanding of breeding practices, genetic selection, and animal husbandry preferred.
Computer Skills:
- Elementary computer skills such as checking electronic mail entering data into document templates or creating simple queries.
Communication Skills:
- Basic written and verbal skills
Travel:
- 1 to 5 trips per year
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
Yes
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
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.
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