Broiler Service Technician

JBS Foods • Hickory, KY

8h

About The Position

The Broiler Service Technician supports and monitors poultry flock health, welfare, and performance to ensure compliance with Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation animal care and production standards. The role provides technical guidance to growers, promotes bird-management best practices, and helps ensure adherence to company protocols for biosecurity, nutrition, and environmental conditions. The technician works with live production management and growers to maintain flock performance and meet production goals.

The position is based in Hickory, Kentucky. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Requirements

• A current driver's license and good driving record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to learn company protocols and programs quickly and adapt to change.
• Solid math and analytical abilities for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Reliable and ethical, with a strong work ethic and punctuality.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Poultry Science or a similar field is preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of the educational requirement.
• Two to five years of directly related experience is preferred.
• MTech experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Company and contract growers, ensuring strong communication and support.
• Monitor flock health and husbandry practices and recommend improvements to bird welfare and performance.
• Track, record, and analyze flock data, including mortality rates, feed consumption, and growth trends.
• Maintain feed inventories and coordinate feed orders to ensure timely and accurate supply.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity and company protocols by conducting regular farm inspections and reporting issues.
• Provide technical guidance and training to growers and staff on best practices and operational efficiency.
• Assist with chick placements and bird movements, ensuring proper handling and scheduling according to company standards.
• Prepare and submit reports on flock performance, feed usage, and farm conditions for management review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, or other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Eligible to participate in the Company's tri-annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to its standard terms and conditions.
• Continuous learning opportunities and learning and development programs focused on career growth.
• Better Futures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed