Assistant Breeder Manager
Koch Foods, Inc. · Heflin, AL · 1 wk ago
Management$25k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Direct all aspects of breeder operations
- Lead team to ensure proper methods & techniques for breeder flocks’ health and performance
- Aid in training and leading team in on-farm management techniques
- Maintain and adjust flock records as necessary
- Ensure compliance with federal, state & local agencies
- Aid in recruitment of new growers; maintain and improve housing
- Review weekly settlement and investigate grower complaints as needed
- Oversee pullet chick placement scheduling and AI monitoring
- Perform other duties as directed
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Animal or Poultry Science or other closely related field
- 5+ years breeder management experience
- Excellent knowledge of breeder bird health
- Excellent communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Frequent travel to assigned farms
- Frequent lifting of items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Walking in an outside environment, including inclement weather conditions, on a daily basis
- Subject to dusty and hot environments
- Frequent exposure to fumes and airborne particles
- Sometimes exposed to moving mechanical parts
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Savings Plan
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- $25,000 life insurance policy with additional options available
- Company Sponsored Purchasing Program
- Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided, Weekly Pay Check, Promotional Career Opportunities
- Required Personal Protection Equipment provided
- Company-sponsored events such as cook-outs, safety rewards, giveaways, etc.