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At Tyson Foods, our team members' health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That's why we're committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
FSA and HSA available
401k
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
Fully Funded Education
Discount Program
*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.
SUMMARY:
This position acts as a liaison between the Live Production Manager and Smart Chicken's contract growers. They are responsible for monitoring and ensuring preparedness of barns for chick placement. In addition, auditing and enforcing all company standards while assisting the growers with management of their flocks.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure growers readiness to receive chicks
Ensure water is turned on, feed trays are out with feed, water is on, ventilation is properly set, & backups engaged
Oversee placement
Obtain basket counts and chick temps
Ensure smithways are functioning properly.
After placement-help collect DOAs, get with grower on any plans after observing chicks, send relevant observations back to grower.
Report weekly bird postings as needed during grow cycle, including day old chick posts.
Assess and report on growers buildings and growing conditions
Collect data including but not limited to mortality, weights, and water/feed consumption.
Participates in grower meetings
Monitor feed quality
Maintain direct contact with the hatchery and the Company to communicate quality of chicks
Communicate with growers the placement and kills dates for birds
Provide ongoing feedback and assistance to growers to assist in managing growth and health of flocks
Assuring compliance with all third-party standards and governmental regulations
Adhere to all biosecurity program regulations
Assist growers with sanitation measures.
All other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelors or Associates Degree in animal science, agriculture or related field preferred
Experience: 1 year in the agriculture field, preferably poultry and general knowledge of animal science and agriculture preferred
Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret training periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENT:
Stand/Walk: Continuously
Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs), Occasionally (up to 30-45 lbs.)
Continuously; working around moving machinery, in areas with marked changes in temperature and humidity.
Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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