Animal Caretaker
Daybreak Foods, Inc. • Eagle Grove, IA10d
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Animal Caretaker - Vin South
Daybreak Foods, Inc.•Eagle Grove, IA
About The Position
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Animal Caretaker attends to the welfare and environment of chickens while following industry animal-welfare practices and procedures. The role monitors and reports barn conditions to support a safe and productive environment and performs light maintenance on facilities and equipment. The position involves daily observation of bird health and essential resources, maintaining poultry-house conditions and equipment, documenting work, and supporting bird-moving activities with an emphasis on animal welfare. The starting rate is $17.33, with incremental increases earned through developing skills and qualifications. Potential bonuses may be available; ask the Human Resources Representative.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalency preferred.
- One year of experience in an agricultural environment and animal care preferred.
- Self-directed and organized.
- Ability to track and document activities using correct forms and paperwork.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Ability to interact with individuals from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Good attendance record and a flexible schedule.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
- Positive attitude and ability to work with a team.
- Must enjoy working in close contact with animals.
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
- One year of experience in an agricultural environment and animal care.
- Working knowledge of agricultural operations.
Responsibilities
- Secure chickens and premises by keeping facility doors locked against predators, external climate, and unauthorized personnel.
- Document completed tasks daily and weekly.
- Observe bird health and ensure proper supplies of feed, light, air, and water daily.
- Collect and properly dispose of mortality.
- Place chickens back into the system when the lights turn off.
- Walk rows of chickens and check egg lines for blockages.
- Observe and complete daily cleaning of manure-belt equipment.
- Sweep and clean areas of poultry houses.
- Maintain and monitor ventilation systems to ensure proper ventilation in chicken houses.
- Safely operate required equipment and tools.
- Follow company safety policies and practices.
- Demonstrate an understanding of laying-hen husbandry.
- Comprehend and operate automated environmental and egg-flow computers.
- Continuously monitor bird health and laying-hen production in houses and report findings to the Production Manager or Supervisor.
- Perform tasks associated with moving birds in and out of houses, including handling bird-moving equipment and cleaning with pneumatic or pressurized water.
- Monitor bird-service activities, including birds moving in and out, with an emphasis on animal welfare.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
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