Poultry House Operator
$48,880 - $48,880/Yr
The Staffing Resource Group - Voluntown, CT
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Voluntown, CT
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Poultry House Operator plays a crucial role in the agricultural and biotechnology industries by ensuring the health and safety of poultry in a facility that produces Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) eggs for vaccine development. This position involves maintaining biosecurity, monitoring flock health, and supporting operations in a dynamic environment that contributes to advancements in human and animal health.
Responsibilities
- Maintain biosecurity by following strict regulations to protect poultry and product quality.
- Collect, clean, and sanitize SPF eggs to ensure their quality and suitability for sale.
- Regularly monitor the flock's health and well-being, reporting any issues to farm management.
- Perform basic equipment upkeep to ensure smooth operations.
- Assist in training new team members to uphold high standards in poultry care and farm management.
- Ensure the humane treatment of birds throughout their lifecycle.
- Assist with bird sales and other farm-related tasks as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
- Ability to lift and move up to 60 pounds.
- Comfortable working in warm, humid environments with exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, and live animals.
- Commitment to biosecurity, with no contact with live poultry or birds outside of work hours.
Benefits
- 401K with company matching
- Up to 3 weeks of paid vacation
- Paid holiday time (up to 11.5 days)
- Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
- Benefits start on the 1st day of the month after your start date
