Hybrid Assistant Farm Lead bei Aviagen Turkeys

Job Description Summary:

Aviagen Turkeys in Lewisburg, WV is looking for a Rearing Farms – Assistant Farm Lead to work on farms in the Meadow Bridge area.

Employees cannot own poultry or swine. Must undergo a background check and pass a drug test (excluding THC)

Duties:  The following duties will vary according to the needs of the department

• Perform day to day activities to ensure the health and well being of the flock.
• Maintain and operate water, feed, and ventilation systems and manage litter conditions
• Implement biosecurity programs as specified.
• Assess the environmental conditions daily and take corrective action where needed.
• Identify and report changes in bird behavior such as activity, appearance, appetite and mortality.
• Maintain facilities according to company guidelines. 
• Properly maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain fences, buildings and equipment, landscaping, safety equipment and other equipment used on the site.
• Maintain dark-out integrity of barns.
• Ensure shower areas, laundry, breakroom and entry building and storage areas are clean and organized.
• Communicate with Rearing Farms Manager to ensure facility maintenance and farm cleanout activities are conducted in a timely and adequate manner.
• Maintain farm and flock records
• Accurately document and communicate inventories of feed, birds, LP gas, bagged shavings, and other supplies on a timely basis.
• Maintain and update Flock Activity Schedule. 
• Ensure accurate Pen ID is maintained.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by manager.

Requirements:

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, and be on call in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments with minimal instruction.
• Flexibility and creativity to deal with changing situations with an aim to improve flock health and performance.
• Comply with Company Bio-Security Rules and Health, Safety and Environmental Policies, Animal Welfare Policies and all other Procedures and Standards.
• Good communication skills.
• Mechanical skills and computer experience a plus.
• Cannot own or poultry or swine.

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