Poultry Specialist I

aviagen· Aviagen North America
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📍 Pikeville, TennesseeFull time

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Job Description Summary:

We are looking for responsible, qualified and experienced candidate for the post of Poultry Specialist II. This job will be Responsible and accountable for supervising all aspects of contract farms.

Job Description:

Supervising all aspects of contract farms Assist other Poultry Specialist’s as needed Basic understanding of Farm controllers and equipment Basic understanding of house construction and ventilation requirements Basic knowledge for production feeding Basic knowledge of rear Resolving contract grower conflicts Bio-security, strain security, animal welfare and health & safety are major responsibilities Assisting with placements, vaccinations, and disinfection May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor Job Qualifications: BS in Poultry Science or related field (preferred) Basic computer skills Ability to calculate feed, manage and weigh birds, prioritize work schedules, solve problems relating to growth, performance, etc Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends – on call 24 hours a day Must be self-motivated with ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills Team oriented Current driver’s license 5 years of poultry experience preferred We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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This Poultry Specialist I role at aviagen is based in Pikeville, Tennessee. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Poultry Specialist I position at aviagen was posted on Aug 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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