This role plays a critical part in overall success of the farm operations within Aviagen's Poultry farms. The Farm Associate has primary responsibility for the animal care and welfare of the birds within the facility.
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General Responsibilities
Daily activities for farm associates include, but are not limited to:
Feeding and restocking for the following day.
Picking up and incinerating mortality
Humanely euthanizing birds that cannot access feed/water
Walking in the chicken house multiple times a day to gather floor/slat eggs on breeder farms
Gathering and sorting eggs, putting them in the cooler at the proper intervals on breeder farms
Performing routine maintenance
Maintaining a clean farm both inside and outside
Shower in/ shower out and follow all biosecurity procedures
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:
Able to lift 50 lbs unassisted
Routine handling and interacting with live poultry
Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours)
Grip, grasp or twist using hands and wrists
Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift
Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments
Work cooperatively with a team
Strong sense of personal responsibility
Take accountability for individual performance
Withstand the ongoing presence of farm-related smells or foul odors
Extreme climate exposure, both hot and cold
Working in a damp and/or wet climate, PPE provided
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Country of the Specified Job Location at hire and must maintain authorization to work in that Country throughout their employment with our company.
EEOC Statement:
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.
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