Bird Breeder Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hourly pay rate: Hire $20.50, 6 months $20.70, 1 year $21.20

Job Responsibilities

1. Perform daily chores on a Breeder farm as outlined in the farm's work routine. 

2. Wash and adjust waterers, start feedlines, adjust feeder pipes and feeders.

3. Remove dead and injured birds from the flock

4. Be responsible as a team member of a work group in 8-12 gatherings per day, which include egg sanitizing, grading, and traying of all hatching quality eggs.

5. Accurate accounting and record keeping

6. Assist in performing the task of handling mature breeder hens for the control of broodiness. 

7. Drive Breeder hens on insemination and vaccination days in a manner consistent with animal care. 

8. Maintain nest litter and/or pads.

9. Follow all breeder farm sanitation/isolation policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

 * Must have reliable means of transportation to and from assigned farm. 

 * Good previous attendance records

 * Able to work weekends and holidays

 * Possess a level of math, reading and writing skills to adequately perform the job

 * Able to lift up to 80lbs from floor to waist height occasionally, with occasional lifts from floor to full extension.

 * Able to wear eye and respiratory protection equipment on a continuous basis. 

 * Able to walk on uneven surfaces

 * Able to shower daily

 * Able to work alone frequently

 * Able to meet all Breeder farm sanitation/isolation requirements. 

Preferred Qualifications

 * Valid driver's license with good driving record

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Two years on a farm or working with livestock experience

* Able to operate powered farm machinery

* Able to twist, stoop/bend, and/or squat frequently

* Able to push rolling carts in ranging weights of up to 500 lbs. occasionally

* Able to work 5 days/week with varied hours/day and days/week as scheduled (Saturday and Sunday work required on rotating schedule basis)

* Able to communicate with Supervisor, co-workers and other team members

* Able to work both inside and outdoors in varying degrees of temperature and humidity, which are primarily dependent on seasonal weather conditions. 

Response Process

To be considered for this position you must have completed six (6) months in your present position. Team Members with less than six (6) months may be considered for promotion or transfer based on the needs of the company.

       What you will receive

• Competitive pay
• Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program
• FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)
• Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
• Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
• Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management
• Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

This position has a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/