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Poultry Farm Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

... farm crew duties such as operate dump truck and auger for litter removal, remove litter, replace new shavings, sanitation in any area, operate high pressure washer to remove debris from houses ...

Willmar Poultry Farms is seeking a full-time Brood Farm Manager . An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow out company who grows turkeys for various ...

Farm Manager

Willmar, MN · On-site

$21.54 - $26.92/hr

Willmar Poultry Farms is seeking a full-time Brood Farm Manager . An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow out company who grows turkeys for various ...

Poultry Caretaker

Howard Lake, MN · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

Poultry Caretaker

Litchfield, MN · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

Poultry Caretaker

Cokato, MN · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

Poultry Caretaker

Renville, MN · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

Poultry Caretaker

Cokato, MN · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... poultry caretaker this hands-on role, you'll help care for laying hens, maintain clean barns ... daily farm operations while following animal welfare and biosecurity standards. Key ...

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How much do poultry farm jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for poultry farm in Minnesota is $58,066.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $67,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a poultry farm?

A Poultry Farm job involves raising and caring for chickens, turkeys, or other birds for meat, eggs, or breeding. Responsibilities may include feeding, cleaning, monitoring bird health, collecting eggs, and maintaining farm equipment. Workers may also assist with vaccinations and ensuring proper living conditions for the birds. The job can be physically demanding and requires attention to detail. It plays a crucial role in food production and the agricultural industry.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working on a poultry farm?

On a poultry farm, your daily responsibilities may include feeding and watering the birds, monitoring their health, cleaning and maintaining coops or barns, and operating specialized equipment. You might also be involved in collecting eggs, keeping records of production, and administering vaccinations or medications as needed. The role often requires close attention to animal welfare and adherence to biosecurity standards to prevent disease. Teamwork is important, as you may coordinate with supervisors, veterinarians, or other staff to manage schedules and respond to any issues that arise. This hands-on work is crucial to maintaining healthy flocks and ensuring the smooth running of the farm.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the poultry farm position, and why are they important?

To thrive on a poultry farm, you need practical knowledge of animal husbandry, poultry health management, and farm operations, often supported by experience or training in agricultural science. Familiarity with automated feeding systems, climate control equipment, and biosecurity protocols is highly valued, and certain roles may require certification in food safety or animal welfare. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are essential soft skills for maintaining flock health and efficiency. These skills and qualities ensure safe, productive farm operations and compliance with industry regulations.

How much does a poultry farm worker make?

A poultry farm worker typically earns between $12 and $16 per hour, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $25,000 to $33,000. Wages can vary based on experience, location, and the size of the farm, and workers often perform tasks such as feeding, cleaning, and monitoring poultry health.

How to get a job at a poultry farm?

To get a job at a poultry farm, applicants should have basic knowledge of animal care and farm operations, often gained through on-the-job training or relevant experience. Positions may require physical stamina, the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and sometimes a high school diploma or equivalent. Applying directly to farms, checking local job boards, or contacting farm managers can help find available positions.

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Infographic showing various Poultry Farm job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $58,066 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Poultry Farm Worker

Grand Meadow, MN • On-site


Cobb-Vantress
Scientific Research and Development Services • 1 - 5K employees

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 74 rated research

Paid breaks

Uninterrupted breaks


$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Job Details:

Schedule: Monday through Friday, including holidays.

Hours: Monday through Thursday 6:00 am until 2:00 pm, Friday 4:30 am until 12:30 am.

Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Join the Cobb Family and Grow With Us!
At Cobb, we're passionate about helping our team members thrive-both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every stage of life. The best part- you're eligible for benefits on day 1 of full time hire!

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

What's in it for you?

Our competitive benefits include:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Free Telehealth Services
  • Free Mental Health Services
  • Well-Being Support Programs
  • 401K & Stock Options
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Free Education starting your first day on 175 -degree programs
  • Citizenship Assistance
  • Discounts on thousands of programs and services through Beneplace
  • Additionally, we offer incentives such as Cobb Rewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off.

These are just a few of the ways we invest in YOU. Ready to take the next step? Apply today and become part of the Cobb family!

Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.

Requirements: Must have at least 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer and no additional job gaps in employment greater than 6 months in the past 36 months. If applicant has been laid off or providing child or elder care, the employment gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months.

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days.

Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Cobb/Tyson Foods.

Company: Cobb

Summary:

  • This position is responsible for catching, identification, and movement of birds during flock housing, pullet and spent hen removal, toe/beak trimming, and flock vaccinations. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Catch pullets and load into trailer for transport to live haul bay for catching and placing into modules (20%)
  • Rotate tasks of catching birds to hold for vaccination and performing vaccination on birds (10%)
  • Rotate tasks of housing: Catch birds and scan wingband for identification and place in pen to be badged (use animal tag pliers to attach badge to wingweb), pen not badged, or trailer as instructed; catch birds in trailer and place in house, catch and rescan birds for identification and place in pen or cage as instructed. Continue process until all birds are housed. (20%)
  • Use wire cutters to remove wing and leg bands and badges from hens prior to live haul, catch spent hens and load into trailer for transport to live haul bay for catching and placing into modules, catch birds and operate trimmer by stepping on pedal to trim toenails and/or beaks, catch and properly euthanize pedigree birds and transport to incinerator and load incinerator for disposal (10%)
  • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Such as: Use scalpel to obtain fat samples from euthanized bird for pesticide residue testing and spread shavings on trailer floor, maintain equipment by checking fluid levels, filters, tire pressure, and clean/disinfect to remove debris, may also perform other farm crew duties such as operate dump truck and auger for litter removal, remove litter, replace new shavings, sanitation in any area, operate high pressure washer to remove debris from houses, operate low pressure washer to apply disinfectant to shavings, dispose of mortality and trash, and perform steps to control vegetation in the absence of other crew members. (40%)

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements:

  • The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly bend/stoop to catch and carry birds weighing up to 18 pounds per hand and lift/carry catch frames and shavings weighing up to 12 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand on a concrete floor; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Tools and Equipment: Requires use of hand tools such as brooms, shovels, wire cutters, vaccination gun, stick needle, eye drop bottle, animal tag pliers, safety knife; power tools such as drill; and truck/trailer. Equipment such as tractor, forklift, bobcat, high and low pressure washers, lawn mower, weedeater and augers.
  • Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and also in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments.
  • Personal Protective Equipment Required: Rubber/nitrile gloves, safety goggles and/or glasses, plastic apron, dust mask and arm guards (if desired), hearing protection while operating forklift or mowing/weedeating, follow manufacturer recommendations for herbicides.
  • Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants, vaccines, and vehicle fluids.
  • Safety: Team member is expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and Personal Protective Equipment. Team member is expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.


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