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Poultry Selection Associate I

Aviagen
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Lewisburg, WV 24901, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job involves maintaining strict biosecurity and animal welfare standards at the farms, with a focus on handling approximately 7,700 live birds weekly.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to accurately enter data in a computer database and use instruments like barcode scanners.
  • The position requires the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and involves routine handling of live poultry under various environmental conditions.
  • Applicants should have a strong sense of personal responsibility, attention to detail, and critical observation skills, with the ability to work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
  • The salary for this position is not specified, but candidates should be prepared for physically demanding work and prolonged exposure to challenging climates.

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Maintains strict bio security and animal welfare at the farms Observes work performed by Farm Associates to ensure compliance with Animal Welfare standards, ensuring humane handling of birds Report any concerns and issues to via proper company channels Weekly handling of approximately 7,700 live birds Performing defined physical observations on each animal Record physical observation in company database Locate selected birds and move them to proper location Job Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to accurately enter data in a computer data base Use of instruments including: Bar code scanners Ability to accurately record measurements using the metric system Demonstrate repeatability in physical observations between animal Lift and move 50 pounds work with chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants Routinely work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays Routine handling and interacting with live poultry Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours) Grip, grasp or twist using hands and wrists Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments Works cooperatively with a team Strong sense of personal responsibility Takes accountability for individual performance Attention to detail Critical Observation skills Aptitude to learn and apply numerous selection criteria and grading Ongoing presence of farm related smells or foul odors Extreme climate exposure both hot and cold Working in damp and/or wet climate



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