Broiler Tech Advisor I- Pine Bluff Growout, AR- 1st shift
Tyson Foods · Star City, AR · 3 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
Summary
This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds regarding the proper care and comfort.
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
- 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: 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.
- Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl.
Benefits
- 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
Pay & Schedule
- Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
- Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)