SUMMARY

At Atlantic Poultry Incorporated (API) we are committed to feeding our communities through stewardship of the land and animals in our care to inspire the next generation of Atlantic Canadian Farmers. API is a proud supporter of the poultry industry, providing feed, chicks, and fresh eggs year around to our customers throughout Atlantic Canada.
The Layer Barn Operator will work as part of the team ensuring the company’s animal husbandry practices are followed. Responsibilities of a Layer Barn Operator includes feeding and watering hens and roosters; monitoring and regulating ventilation and temperature; ensuring water quality and supply; monitoring feed levels and handling live or deceased birds, collecting, and weighing birds. They will maintain accurate daily records of feed and water consumption, mortality rates and other relevant information as well as ensuring clean and well-maintained buildings, equipment, and grounds. The Layer Barn Operator will lead the barn set up and preparation for new flocks. The individual in this position will also help with transfer of birds from grow to lay barns.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Monitor feed levels
• Feed birds according to the program used
• Ensuring water quality and supply are adequate
• Monitor and regulate ventilation and temperature
• Flush drinking lines
• Collecting eggs
• Handling live or deceased birds
• Following and enforcing a weekly weigh program
• Daily barn maintenance i.e. cleaning floors, garbage removal
• Flock management - with proper training culling as needed
• Maintain accurate daily records
• Data inputting using electronic devices (tablet, smartphone)
• Provide an environment free of animal cruelty, abuse and/or neglect for our poultry
• Protect the organization’s value by keeping all protected and proprietary information confidential
• Practice bio security protocol
• Follow all safety processes and procedures
• All other duties as assigned

Please refer the Job description for details