Broiler Tech Advisor I- Temperanceville Growout, VA- 1st shift

Tyson Foods•Temperanceville, VA

7d•$57,000 - $97,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Broiler Tech Advisor I provides technical assistance to producers caring for the company’s birds, supporting proper bird care and comfort. The role advises producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation; visits farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedies when possible; monitors feed consumption and orders feed when necessary; and collects blood and fat samples as required. The position coordinates chick placements and assists with catch schedules, while ensuring communication among the Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding contract farms. The advisor helps ensure compliance with production contracts to optimize flock quality and minimize costs, and adherence to USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling. The role also coordinates weekly chick placements with the Broiler and Breeder Departments and performs other responsibilities as needed. The position is based in Temperanceville, Virginia, and is assigned to first shift. Travel is 1 to 5 trips per year. Applicants must reside in the United States; sponsorship is not offered. The candidate must not own, possess, or maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl and must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Relocation assistance is eligible.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related work experience.
Elementary computer skills, such as checking electronic mail, entering data into document templates, or creating simple queries.
Must not own, possess, or maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Applicant must reside in the United States; sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Advise producers on building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
Visit farms to document bird comfort, manage flock and equipment settings, monitor bird health, and provide remedies when possible.
Monitor feed consumption and order feed when necessary.
Pull blood and fat samples as required.
Coordinate chick placements to farms.
Assist with catch schedules.
Ensure communication among Hatchery, Feedmill, and Livehaul departments regarding contract farms.
Ensure compliance with production contracts to optimize flock quality and minimize costs.
Ensure adherence to USDA and other government regulations regarding poultry handling.
Work with the Broiler and Breeder Departments to coordinate weekly chick placements.
Perform other responsibilities as the need arises.