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Daybreak Foods, Inc.

Animal Caretaker

Johnstown, OH

In addition, the Animal Caretaker will perform light maintenance on facilities and equipment. Key ... Positive attitude and ability to work with a team * Must enjoy working in close contact with ...

Daybreak Foods

Animal Caretaker

Johnstown, OH · On-site

Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually ...

Daybreak Foods, Inc.

Animal Caretaker

Raymond, OH · On-site

$17.33/hr

In addition, the Animal Caretaker will perform light maintenance on facilities and equipment. Key ... Positive attitude and ability to work with a team * Must enjoy working in close contact with ...

Daybreak Foods, Inc.

Animal Caretaker

Raymond, OH

$17.33/hr

Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually ...

Daybreak Foods

Animal Caretaker

Raymond, OH · On-site

$17.33/hr

Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually ...

Daybreak Foods

Animal Caretaker

Raymond, OH · On-site

$17.33/hr

Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Heath, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Upper Arlington, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Upper Arlington, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Columbus, OH

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Heath, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

Petco

Animal Care Specialist

Columbus, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and ... As a Companion Animal Specialist , you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Animal Care Attendant

Columbus, OH · On-site

... work weekends and holidays. Regular duties include, but not limited to, taking furry friends for ... These are just a few of the amazing benefits that we offer at VCA Sawmill Animal Hospital. At VCA ...

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Animal Caretaker

Daybreak Foods, Inc.

Johnstown, OH

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Daybreak Foods rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

172nd of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Summary 

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Animal Caretaker will attend to the welfare and environment of the chickens and adhere to industry  animal welfare practices and procedures. They will monitor and report the conditions of the barns where the birds reside  to ensure a safe and productive environment. In addition, the Animal Caretaker will perform light maintenance on facilities and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the security of chickens and the premises by keeping all facility doors locked to protect birds from predators, external climate and unauthorized personnel
  • Document completed tasks on a daily and weekly basis
  • Observe bird health and proper supply of feed, light, air and water daily
  • Properly collect and dispose of mortality
  • Place chickens back into the system when the lights turn off 
  • Walk rows of chickens and check egg lines for egg blockages
  • Observe and complete the daily cleaning of manure belt equipment
  • Sweep and clean different areas of the poultry houses
  • Maintain and monitor ventilation systems to ensure proper ventilation in the chicken houses
  • Safely operate required equipment and tools
  • Follow all company safety policies and practices
  • Demonstrate an understanding of laying hen husbandry
  • Comprehend and operate the automated environmental and egg flow computers
  • Continuously monitor bird health and production of laying hens in houses reporting findings to Production Manager/Supervisor
  • Perform tasks associated with moving birds in and out of houses to include handling bird moving equipment and cleaning with pneumatic or pressurized water
  • Monitor bird service activities, i.e. birds in/out, with an emphasis on animal welfare
  • Follow all company policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalency preferred
  • 1 year experience in agricultural environment and animal care is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities               

  • Must be self-directed and organized
  • Ability to track and document all activities with correct forms and paperwork
  • Strong communication skills so that others will understand both verbally and in writing
  • Working knowledge of agricultural operations preferred
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to interact with individuals from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds
  • Record of good attendance with a flexible schedule
  • Basic reading, writing, and math skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work with a team
  • Must enjoy working in close contact with animals

Physical Demands

Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles.  Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions. 

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