The position requires that the Lead assist the Manager in producing high quality Pedigree and GGP hatching eggs.
Ensure that maintenance of buildings and equipment are kept up to standard.
Ensure compliance of the Human Resources, Animal Welfare, Safety, Workers Comp, Quality Assurance and Biosecurity programs and policies by all individuals
Assists with the supervision of activities of the farm employees as required
Monitors poultry health and takes proper and immediate steps to prevent and treat diseases
Gain familiarity with Rotem controller and ventilation systems and adjust ventilation and heat in accordance to age of poultry and manger’s instructions
Assists the supervisor with implementation of poultry practices as outlined in Farm SOP and other communications
Ensure all possible controls are in place to preserve and protect the purity and security of our bloodlines from possible contamination and/ or theft.
Assures that farm equipment is properly maintained
Implements power and emergency procedures when needed
Meets required housing schedules by providing proper cleaning, disinfecting and set up for placements
Maintains the farm premises, buildings, and equipment in a clean, safe and orderly manner at all times which includes monitoring and troubleshooting issues with feed lines, drinkers, fans, barns, appearance, litter quality, etc…
Assists with work schedule development
Complete and maintain supplies for bird services such as tabbing, beak and toe trimming, and wound care independently or while leading a team
Responsible for all farm data entry
Assist in the oversight of proper training of new members of the crew
Complete and Oversee weekly & monthly test sampling, including but not limited to: water samples, litter and dust samples, poultry blood samples, tissue samples, and completing all submission forms in their entirety
Follow established guidelines in regards to directing hourly employees (without disciplinary oversight)
Performs any and all functions as assigned by Farm Manager or Production Team Management with no unreported issues
Qualifications:
Full-time Hubbard LLC employee with one year of poultry experience or equivalent higher education is required.
Basic English language proficiency is required. (English/Spanish bilingual is preferred)
Ability to understand oral and written instructions, and perform high-level tasks under direct instruction of the Farm Supervisor or Production Team
High school graduate level proficiency in reading, writing, and arithmetic
Ability to trouble-shoot of farm equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with both lower and higher ranked individuals
Ability to lead the farm in the event of Farm Manager absence
Must be a detail-oriented, self-motivator with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Must have or be able to learn basic proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
Must successfully pass a background check and drug-screen prior to employment.
Must be legally authorized to operate a motor vehicle in New Hampshire.
Physical Requirements:
Work with chemicals, such as detergents, disinfectants
Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours)
Grip, grasp or twist using hands and wrists
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs
Bend and stoop repetitively throughout out shift
Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments
Work Environment
Routinely work up to 6 days a week, including weekends and holidays
Routine handling and interacting with live poultry