Animal Caretaker-Layer Hens

OPAL FOODS COOPERATIVE•Roggen, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Opal Foods is seeking a dependable and hardworking Animal Caretaker to join its Layer Farm team in Roggen, Colorado. The role supports the care of layer hens, upkeep of clean and safe barn environments, and daily farm operations contributing to healthy birds and quality egg production. The position is suited to someone attentive to detail, comfortable working around live poultry, and committed to animal welfare, farm safety, and high standards of care.

Requirements

Ability to walk and remain on one’s feet for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and kneel as needed.
Ability to lift and handle hens weighing approximately five pounds.
Comfort working inside poultry barns around live birds.
Ability to work six days per week, including weekends and holidays as scheduled, with one weekday off.
Ability to follow established safety, sanitation, and animal care procedures.
Dependability, a strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Previous farm or poultry experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor layer hens’ health and well-being by walking through barns, observing bird behavior, and removing deceased birds as needed.
Check that feed and water systems function properly and that hens have adequate food, water, and ventilation.
Adjust barn vents and curtains as needed to maintain appropriate environmental conditions.
Maintain barn cleanliness and sanitation by sweeping floors and using backpack blowers to remove dust from assigned areas.
Perform minor maintenance tasks and report more complex maintenance needs to appropriate team members.
Work collaboratively with other Animal Caretakers to support daily farm operations.
Assist the Production Farm Lead with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Follow company policies, biosecurity procedures, animal welfare standards, and applicable governmental regulations.