Breeder Technical Advisor (Smart Chicken) - 2nd Shift - Waverly, NE

Job Details:

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At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.   Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Telehealth services

• Well-Being Support Programs

• FSA and HSA available

• 401k

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability

• Fully Funded Education

• Discount Program

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

SUMMARY:

This position acts as a liaison between the Live Production Manager and Smart Chicken's contract growers.  They are responsible for monitoring and ensuring preparedness of barns for chick placement. In addition, auditing and enforcing all company standards while assisting the growers with management of their flocks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure growers readiness to receive chicks 

• Ensure water is turned on, feed trays are out with feed, water is on, ventilation is properly set, & backups engaged 

• Oversee placement 

• Obtain basket counts and chick temps  

• Ensure smithways are functioning properly. 

• After placement-help collect DOAs, get with grower on any plans after observing chicks, send relevant observations back to grower. 

• Report weekly bird postings as needed during grow cycle, including day old chick posts. 

• Assess and report on growers buildings and growing conditions 

• Collect data including but not limited to mortality, weights, and water/feed consumption. 

• Participates in grower meetings  

• Monitor feed quality

• Maintain direct contact with the hatchery and the Company to communicate quality of chicks  

• Communicate with growers the placement and kills dates for birds 

• Provide ongoing feedback and assistance to growers to assist in managing growth and health of flocks 

• Assuring compliance with all third-party standards and governmental regulations 

• Adhere to all biosecurity program regulations 

• Assist growers with sanitation measures.  

• All other duties as assigned 

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelors or Associates Degree in animal science, agriculture or related field preferred 

Experience: 1 year in the agriculture field, preferably poultry and general knowledge of animal science and agriculture preferred 

Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret training periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulat