• Bird Health Technician

    Post Holdings Inc. (Wakefield, NE)


    **Brand:** Michael Foods Inc.

    **Categories:** Farm Ops Administrative

    **Locations:** Wakefield, Nebraska

    **Position Type:** Regular Full-Time

    **Remote Eligible:** No

    **Req ID:** 26104

    Job Description

    Business Unit Overview

    Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. located in Wakefield, Nebraska is known as the Baseball Capital of Nebraska. Milton G. Waldbaum and Dan Gardner founded our egg-processing business in 1950 here in Wakefield. Our location raises chickens and produces tankers of liquid egg to be consumed by our processing facilities. Responsibilities The Michael Foods family of businesses has grown to become a multi-billion manufacturer of foodservice, food ingredient and retail offerings by introducing innovative products that have changed the food landscape. From helping restaurant owners enhance the quality of their menus, to supporting food manufacturers with premium ingredients, to satisfying countless consumers with our popular lines, we’re a proven, innovative leader in food. POSITION SUMMARY: The bird health technician will work with farm managers, supervisors, veterinarian, biosecurity officer, and lab supervisor to assist with the tasks surrounding bird health and wellbeing. This may include working on the farm, in the office, or in the lab and may include travel to other locations. Qualifications DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The bird health technician’s duties will include: Performing necropsies and documenting findings Collecting samples (throat swabs, blood, manure, etc.) Conducting research and consolidating data Performing laboratory tests Supporting and leading training Supporting the layer and pullet farms with projects Supporting the veterinarian, farm lab, and biosecurity officer with projects Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma Experience with poultry handling and production. Preferred licensed veterinary technician or similar degree/experience.

     

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