Broiler Service Technician - Lufkin
Description
Broiler Service Technician
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
The Broiler Service Technician is responsible for supporting and monitoring poultry flock health, welfare, and performance to ensure compliance with Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (PPC) animal care and production standards. This role provides technical guidance to growers, implements best practices for bird management, and ensures adherence to company protocols for biosecurity, nutrition, and environmental conditions. The technician works closely with live production management and growers to maintain optimal flock performance and meet production goals.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Company and contract growers, ensuring strong communication and support.
- Monitor flock health and husbandry practices, providing recommendations to improve bird welfare and performance.
- Track, record, and analyze flock data, including mortality rates, feed consumption, and growth trends.
- Maintain feed inventories and coordinate feed orders to ensure timely and accurate supply.
- Ensure compliance with biosecurity and company protocols, conducting regular farm inspections and reporting issues.
- Provide technical guidance and training to growers and staff, supporting best practices and operational efficiency.
- Assist with chick placements and bird movements, ensuring proper handling and scheduling according to company standards.
- Prepare and submit accurate reports on flock performance, feed usage, and farm conditions to management for review.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Poultry Science or similar field preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirement;
- Certifications: Current driver's license and good driving record;
- Experience: 2-5 years of directly related experience preferred;
- Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; MTech experience is a plus. Strong communication and leadership skills, both written and verbal. Quick learner of Company protocols/programs and adaptable to change. Solid math and analytical abilities for problem-solving and decision-making. Reliable and ethical, with a strong work ethic and punctuality. Team-oriented and self-motivated, able to thrive in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
Why Work for Pilgrim’s?
EOE, including disability/Vets