Farm Technician

Overview:

Assist where needed in the areas of the hatchery, brooding, house management, egg processing, egg pickup on farm, crew, maintenance and facilities.

Client Overview:

For over five decades, our client has been recognized as the world s largest and most trusted producer of Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) eggs and adjacent laboratory products and services for the development and manufacture of biologics and vaccines that are used for both human and animal health. They supply leading manufacturers with critical bioprocessing inputs, including SPF eggs, antigens, and cell products. In addition, offer numerous diagnostic testing and manufacturing support services, including virus propagation and isolation, custom cell production, and quality control testing. They also support the development of new therapeutics by providing antibodies such as IgY for use in clinical trials.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of all company facilities and grounds, including mowing, trimming, pesticide and herbicide application, snow removal, and light maintenance.
• Operating a skid steer, tractor, forklift, or other necessary farm or site machinery.
• Capable of covering the role of Poultry House Operator: Operate egg sanitizing machine, collection tables and conveyance systems; collect, sanitize, inspect, and eggs according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and/or special instruction.
• Assist the Recycle Crew and Maintenance departments as needed.
• Hatchery responsibilities: egg receiving, egg sorting, setting, and candling.
• Monitor and maintain bird condition by observing feather cover, temperament, and body weights.
• Monitor feed, water, light, and ventilation systems for the production house.
• Euthanize birds as required by management and remove dead birds.
• Perform required environmental testing, required health testing, blood sampling, cloacal swabs, fecal material sample collection.
• Accurately complete required recordkeeping documents/forms.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Disinfect supplies, equipment, the building entry lock system, and rooms according to SOP
• Complete annual Fit Testing certification with a N95, half, and full-face cartridge respirator mask is required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)
• 1-2 years related light maintenance or agricultural experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Valid driver’s license
• Demonstrated accuracy in record keeping.
• Must be able to work any day of the week.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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