Breeder Technician (Poultry) Position Available In DeKalb, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: Breeder Technicians (Poultry) are responsible for overseeing breeder farms, ensuring bird welfare, and managing grower relationships. They provide technical assistance, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance with company standards. This role requires a high school diploma, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Poultry, or Animal Science. Strong leadership, communication skills, and knowledge of poultry breeding are essential. Koch Foods is currently recruiting for this position in Ider, AL.
Job Description
Breeder Technician (Poultry) 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Ider, AL 35981 Responsible for representing Koch Foods relationships with contracted growers. Oversee breeder farms and grower relationships. Monitor house conditions and bird welfare. Provide technical assistance and recommend improvements on conditions, performance, and cost reductions. Ensure grower is prepared to receive pullets on schedule. Ensure grower is in compliance with Company standards for lighting, ventilation and temperature. Establish proper feed and water programs, maintaining proper bird weight. Manage egg pick up, packing and storage. Communicate with growers, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Manage production and performance of breeder hens, ensuring high standard of egg production and hatchability. All other relevant duties as required.
Requirements:
High School Diploma required; Bachelor Degree in Agricultural, Poultry or Animal Science, or other closely related field of study preferred. Current Driver’s License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record required. Advanced knowledge and experience with poultry breeding and bird health. Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of regulatory requirement surrounding animal welfare and food production. Strong customer-centric attitude, exhibiting high energy and strong sense of urgency.
