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ANIMAL CARETAKER at OPAL FOODS COOPERATIVE INC – Neosho, Missouri

OPAL FOODS COOPERATIVE INC
Neosho, Missouri, 64850, United States
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Salary:$17.50 - $17.50/hr

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Animal Caretaker – School Farm

Opal Foods is currently accepting applications for the position of Animal Caretaker for our School Farm location in Neosho, MO. This position is responsible for caring for live birds and ensuring barns are properly maintained to ensure optimal egg production while maintaining compliance with all company policies and governmental regulations. This position will also assist the Production Farm Lead with other projects and duties as needed.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Maintain barn sanitation by sweeping floors and using a backpack unit to blow dust from assigned areas.
  • Walk the barns numerous times during the workday to check on bird health and remove dead birds.
  • Ensure feed and water distribution systems are working properly and that hens have adequate food, water and air ventilation.
  • Will adjust vents and curtains as required.
  • Perform minor maintenance as needed. Maintenance technicians will perform more complex tasks.
  • Assist other House Hands as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by Lead person or Manager.
  • Requirements: (knowledge, experience, skills, education)

  • Must be able to walk for very long periods of time
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and lift up to 5 lb. hens
  • Must be comfortable in bird houses, surrounded by live birds on all sides
  • Must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled
  • About Opal Foods: Opal Foods was formed in 2014 and is a partnership between Rose Acre Farms and Weaver Brothers. Our foundation is our commitment to our team, the quality of our product, our customers' satisfaction, and the welfare of our animals. Opal Foods provides high-quality, nutritious, affordable eggs to its customers through their farms based in Missouri, Colorado, and Iowa with its headquarters in Neosho, MO. For information on Opal Foods, please visit our website at www.opal-foods.com.

    Benefits: Opal Foods, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, options for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, dependent life, and disability insurance. Opal Foods, LLC also provides a matching 401K plan.

    Opal Foods is 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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    Neosho, Missouri, 64850, United States
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