Assistant Farm Lead

Job Description Summary

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is hiring Assistant Farm Leads!

We're looking for a dependable, self-motivated individual to support the daily operation of our breeder farms. This role provides coverage for Farm Managers across multiple locations and is responsible for flock care, facility maintenance, biosecurity, and recordkeeping. If you enjoy working independently and making a meaningful impact every day, we encourage you to apply.

About the role

The Assistant Farm Lead supports the daily operation of multiple breeder farms by providing coverage for Farm Managers and ensuring the health and wellbeing of the flock while maintaining company standards for biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, and facility maintenance.

Specific duties include

• Perform daily flock care activities to ensure the health and wellbeing of breeder flocks. Daily responsibilities vary based on flock age and production stage.
• Monitor bird health by observing activity, appearance, appetite, and mortality. Report concerns and take appropriate corrective action.
• Operate and maintain watering, feeding, ventilation, and environmental control systems.
• Monitor environmental conditions throughout the day and make adjustments to promote flock health and performance.
• Maintain litter quality and overall barn conditions.
• Follow all company biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare policies and procedures.
• Maintain fences, buildings, equipment, landscaping, safety equipment, laundry facilities, and other farm assets.
• Maintain the dark out integrity of poultry houses.
• Ensure shower facilities, entry buildings, break rooms, and storage areas remain clean, organized, and inspection ready.
• Coordinate with the Rearing Farms Manager to ensure facility maintenance and farm cleanout activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate farm and flock records.
• Document inventories of feed, birds, LP gas, bagged shavings, and other supplies.
• Maintain and update the Flock Activity Schedule and ensure accurate Pen ID information.
• Travel between assigned farm locations to provide operational support and Farm Manager coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Reliable transportation with the ability to travel between assigned farm locations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and emergency call outs.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining high standards of animal care.
• Basic mechanical aptitude, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or the ability to learn.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and communication.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions throughout the workday.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely perform all aspects of flock care, including the humane handling and disposal of deceased birds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all biosecurity procedures.

Benefits

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.