This Lead role plays a critical part in overall success of the farm operations within the vaccination crew. This crew has primary responsibilities for the animal care and welfare of the birds.
Supervisory Experience
Must be able to manage a team
Work with day old chicks
Will be required to collect birds for moving, weighing, and vaccinations
Must be able to work with live animals and the associated environment
Collect blood samples, band/tag or remove tags from birds
Must follow Animal Care Standards, Animal Welfare Guidelines, and Bio-Security polies and procedures
Ability to work with chemicals such as detergents, disinfects, etc.
Must perform essential duties in a safe and efficient manner as trained
Must be able to be around farm related smells or odors and loud/noisy environment
May work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications:
Ability to understand oral and written instructions and perform simple task
Ability to perform work that is repetitive in nature
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to grip, grasp, or twist using hands and wrist
Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50lbs
Bend and stoop throughout the shift
Animal husbandry experience preferred but not required.
Aviagen – Breeding Success Together
Aviagen® is more than just a leading poultry breeding company. Our mission is to nourish communities worldwide with affordable, sustainable chicken protein. We achieve this goal by “Breeding Success Together” with the world’s poultry producers and all stakeholders in the global poultry supply chain.
Our robust breeding stock is carefully bred for performance, welfare and sustainability. Over the decades, our innovative breeding techniques have resulted in a steady improvement in these traits. Our breeding innovations have enhanced feed efficiency, making commercial chicken production both environmentally responsible and economically viable for farmers. And, they have continuously improved the health and well-being of our birds.
Recognizing the varied needs of poultry producers worldwide, we offer a diverse portfolio of breeding stock, under the Arbor Acres®, Indian River®, and Ross® brand names, as well as the Rowan Range® and Specialty Males® for niche market needs.
Aviagen is committed to ensuring food safety and security. That’s why biosecurity is paramount in our operations, safeguarding our customers' supply and preventing pathogens from entering the food chain. With pedigree breeding programs in the US and UK and supply bases across six continents, we maintain a stable supply of high-quality breeding stock.
Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, US, with operations across the UK, Europe, Turkey, Latin America, India, Australia, New Zealand and the US, and joint ventures in Asia, Aviagen is truly a global organization. Our more than 8,000 dedicated professionals provide a local touch, serving our customers in 100 countries. We're committed to supporting their success in offering a reliable food source for today and generations to come.
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