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Tech Advisor Broiler I

Tyson Foods
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Gonzales, TX, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • This position involves providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds, focusing on their comfort and proper care.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience, along with at least 1 year of experience in a poultry or agriculture-related field.
  • Duties include advising on farm sanitation, monitoring bird health, and ensuring compliance with USDA regulations.
  • The role requires strong communication skills and basic computer skills, with travel expected for 1 to 5 trips per year.
  • Compensation details are not explicitly stated, but the company offers various benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Job Details:

Summary: 

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers caring for the company's birds regarding the proper care and comfort. Duties would include, but are not limited to: 

  • 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 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience relevant to the position preferred. 

Experience: 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. 

Additional Requirement: Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl. 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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