Flock Advisor

Perdue Farms, Inc. • Dillon, SC • 1w ago

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Join our live production team as a Flock Advisor, where you'll be the trusted link between the company and our contract producers. In this hands-on role, you'll oversee poultry inventory across your assigned route while fostering clear, consistent communication that keeps operations running smoothly. By building strong relationships and supporting day-to-day flock success, you'll play a key role in ensuring healthy birds, reliable supply, and continued excellence in our live production operations.

A personal company vehicle will be provided for you for this role. You may use this vehicle for personal use within the Perdue Policy Guidelines.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Work directly with assigned contract producers to improve company profitability and competitive position by implementing production programs and documenting producer compliance at each visit to the farm. Note: In the case of the west coast, associates live on the farms and are responsible for raising chickens

Maintain assigned route square footage to meet the demands established by sales to fulfill customer orders. Maintain route compliance with poultry welfare, food safety and environmental "Best Management Practices" to maintain a strong brand image.

Monitor chick placements, bird weights, flock movements, mortality and feed inventories. Assess bird health, administers proper field vaccinations, prescribe treatment and perform various testing on birds to identify disease and relay finds to management.

Support other departments within the company that are impacted by the producers on assigned route by maintaining good open lines of communication between all parties.

Comply and follow company requirements regarding biosecurity, food safety and poultry welfare programs and policies at all times.

Operate company vehicle in a safe manner complying with all company policies, state and federal requirements.

Monitor the day-to-day work of the contracted construction crews. Coordinate with the producers, vendors and subcontractors.

Work with perspective farmers laying out the construction of new poultry houses and the renovation of aging houses ensuring that the environment provided to the flocks meets the requirements of the operation.

Purchase and transport local materials and equipment to the job sites.

Provide estimates of the remodeled construction cost of existing poultry facilities.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science or Agribusiness Management or equivalent work experience.

1-3 years related experience.

Experience is lieu of degree will be considered.

Must have a valid driver's license with no points.

Good customer service skills.

Strong reading, math, writing communication skills (oral and written), analytical skills and a statistical background.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

Must be physically able to work in all locations including hatcheries, feed mills, chicken houses and processing plants.

Exposed to seasonal weather conditions as well as significant amounts of airborne dust, feathers,

When in a plant environment:

Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.

May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.

Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Exposure to chicken manure and associated odors, including ammonia, especially in the production houses.

Required to perform moderate physical exertion to include pushing, pulling and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Must be able to climb to a height of 30' as well as significant amount of bending, lifting and stooping.

This position involves exposure to live poultry and airborne contaminants in poultry production environments. Because respiratory protection may be required to safely perform essential job duties, successful completion of OSHA-required medical evaluation and respirator fit testing is required before performing certain essential job functions. In addition, due to the nature of this work and associated health and safety considerations, an annual influenza vaccination is required.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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