Operations Associate - Live Production - Springdale, Arkansas

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Job Details:

This position is responsible for learning all aspects of Live Production operations by working with the Team to learn how to promote a safe working environment and general live production needs. This position will learn the live operations facilities consisting of:  Hatchery, Feed mill, Live haul, Breeders, & Broilers. The position will be directed in instruction as to learn how the various live areas work together for the full process. 

Some of the duties will include:

• Ensuring communication between hatchery, feed mill, vaccination crews, and live-haul as it pertains to their contract farms.
• Farm visits including management of flock and growing relationships with contract growers:

• Learning to advise producers regarding building and equipment specifications, litter manipulation, and farm sanitation.
• Farm visits to include documenting bird comfort management of the flock and equipment settings as well as monitoring feed consumption and ordering feed.
• Ensuring in all areas including USDA, Animal Welfare, and other government regulations are followed when handling poultry.
• Observing and learning the above duties will prepare the trainee for the responsibility of being a technician or supervisor over a specific area as assigned. 
• Other duties as required.. 

Observing and learning the above duties will prepare the trainee for the responsibility of being a technician or supervisor over a specific area as assigned. Trainee must understand the management of all areas of Live production.

 REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelors degree in agricultural areas or equivalent is preferred.

Experience: Experience is not required but internships in these areas is recommended.

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills. Knowledge of spreadsheets and email is needed.

Travel: Requires travel within the complex.

POSITION REPORTS TO: Live Production Manager

Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild or exotic fowl to be considered.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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