Job Description Summary:
We are looking for a responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the position of Poultry Specialist. This job will be responsible and accountable for supervising all aspects of contract farms.Job Description:
Supervising all aspects of contract farms
Resolving contract grower conflicts
Bio-security, strain security, animal welfare and health & safety are major responsibilities
Assisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection
May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor
Job Qualifications:
BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred)
Basic computer skills
Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etc
Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends – on call 24 hours a day
Must be self-motivated with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency
Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Team oriented
Current driver’s license
Two years of poultry experience preferred
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- BS in Poultry Science or related field
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, and solve growth/performance problems
- Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends; on call 24 hours a day
- Self-motivated with ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently
- Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Team oriented
- Current driver's license
- Two years of poultry experience
What We Do
Aviagen is a global poultry breeding company headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. It operates pedigree breeding programs in the United States and United Kingdom, supply bases across six continents, and operations across the UK, Europe, Turkey, Latin America, India, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. The company supplies high-quality breeding stock and serves customers in 100 countries through more than 8,000 professionals.
