What are the responsibilities and job description for the Poultry Specialist position at Aviagen?
Job Description Summary
We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post of Poultry Specialist. This job will be Responsible and accountable for supervising all aspects of contract farms.
Job Description
We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post 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
- Biosecurity, 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
- 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