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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.
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Telehealth services
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Well-Being Support Programs
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FSA and HSA available
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401k
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Stock Purchase Plan
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Company Paid Life Insurance
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Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
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Fully Funded Education
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Discount Program
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SUMMARY:
The Breeder Tech Advisor I is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers to ensure the proper care and comfort of the company's birds. This role is crucial in supporting our breeding operations by offering expert advice, ensuring compliance with company standards, and optimizing breeding practices to enhance productivity and animal welfare.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Advising producers regarding building and equipment specifications
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Litter manipulation and farm sanitation
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Documenting bird comfort
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Management of the flock and equipment settings
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Monitoring bird health and providing remedy when possible
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Monitoring feed consumption and ordering feed if necessary
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Pulling blood and fat samples on time when required
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Coordinating chick placements to the farms and helping with catch schedules
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Ensuring communication between hatchery feed mill and live haul as it pertains to their contract farms
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Insuring producer and company are in compliance with the production contract so as to produce flocks of the highest quality and lowest cost due to good performance
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Ensuring all USDA and other government regulations are followed when handling poultry
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Working with the Broiler and Breeder Departments in coordinating weekly chick placements
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Performing other responsibilities as the need arises
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)
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