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Breeder Technician (Poultry)

Breeder Technician (Poultry)

Koch FoodsAnniston, AL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

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  • Responsible for representing Koch Foods relationships with contracted growers.

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  • Oversee breeder farms and grower relationships.

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  • Monitor house conditions and bird welfare.

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  • Provide technical assistance and recommend improvements on conditions, performance, and cost reductions.

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  • Ensure grower is prepared to receive pullets on schedule.

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  • Ensure grower is in compliance with Company standards for lighting, ventilation and temperature.

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  • Establish proper feed and water programs, maintaining proper bird weight.

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  • Manage egg pick up, packing and storage.

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  • Communicate with growers, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

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  • Manage production and performance of breeder hens, ensuring high standard of egg production and hatchability.

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  • All other relevant duties as required.

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  • High School Diploma required; Bachelor Degree in Agricultural, Poultry or Animal Science, or other closely related field of study preferred.

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  • Current Driver's License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record required.

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  • Advanced knowledge and experience with poultry breeding and bird health.

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  • Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

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  • Knowledge of regulatory requirement surrounding animal welfare and food production.

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  • Strong customer-centric attitude, exhibiting high energy and strong sense of urgency.

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