Feed Conversion Technician

Job Description Summary: We are seeking an outstanding individual who will be responsible and accountable for FCR in the poultry industry. This will be involved with weighing birds, setup and breakdown of equipment, and also cleaning of equipment and any other jobs necessary.

Job Description:

Applicants are not allowed to own any kind of birds due to the risk of possible disease transmission.

Job Duties:

Collect Data and Perform House Checklist within Feed Conversion Houses performing the following weigh chickens

Record and add feed to feeders as needed

Collect data with pen and paper and/or on a computer or tablet

Check bird’s overall health following the accepted protocols

Dispose of dead birds as instructed

Feed birds according to schedules

Clean and disinfect house equipment, waterers, feeders and cages

Perform routine housekeeping duties

Segregate birds according to line and sex as instructed

Remove and place birds in cages according to schedules

Examine birds for signs of illness and report any problems to lead or manager

Monitor controls and thermostats that regulate temperature and humidity of the poultry house

Record information according to instructions such as bird weight, feed, added feed, and mortality; repair, align, and construct cages, pens or equipment (feeders, water lines, lights, vents, etc.)

Qualifications:

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Ability to work Flexible Hours including some weekends

Must be a Self-Motivator with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency

Good communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills

Current Drivers License

Willing to travel from farm to farm

The following duties will vary according to the needs of the department. Normal duties will include:

Biosecurity – Health & Safety are major responsibilities

Working closely with Grow & Rear farms managers and staff

May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor