Poultry House / Maintenance Technician (WA-10383)

PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to reply to you if your resume does not meet the position requirements. There is NO closing date. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- A 2-4 year Degree in an Ag-Related field (Preferred) OR 3+ years experience in the Poultry Industry
- 1+ years experience in a supervisory leadership position (poultry production field preferred)
- Basic Preventative Maintenance experience preferred
- General understanding of electrical and mechanical devices with good trouble-shooting skills
- Ability to read, write and speak English required, Bilingual Spanish a plus
- Demonstrated ability to hire, train, motivate and retain a talented workforce
- Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and measure results
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Highly team-oriented with a positive "Can-Do" attitude
- Knowledge of general industry safety standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to utilize windows-based computer programs and systems
- Ability to interact with a diverse workforce (ethnic and socio-economic)
- Ability to walk, stand, climb ladders and stairs, work from heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs and wear personal protective equipment
- Must be able to wear a half-face respirator.
- Working conditions are typically 68 - 100 degrees F, indoors and outdoors and in any weather
- Ability to work some weekends, holidays, evenings, nights and/or extended shifts

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an established Ag Employer in their search for a Poultry Production Manager to oversee operations of it's layer operation. The Poultry Production manager will supervise employees and direct the proper operation, maintenance, and animal husbandry for this active egg-producing farm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Supervise daily operations of the production staff
- Monitor the completion and accuracy of daily chore sheet
- Monitor the environmental controls of barns and complex, implement actions to correct concerns
- Monitor equipment to ensure optimal operation and direct preventative maintenance program
- Ensure effective safety practices are followed by all employees at all times
- Provide weekly production reports
- Maintain Animal Welfare programs and documentation as required for audits purposes
- Serve On-Call for 24 hour alarm calls and implement corrective action to correct them
- Ensure all employees complete thorough job and safety training
- Administer progressive discipline and corrective action
- Complete performance evaluations for employees
- Other duties as assigned.

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.

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