Handsome Brook Farms (HBF) is the industry leader in organic, pasture-raised eggs, working with a network of small producers to raise organic eggs according to American Humane certified standards. We have developed and strictly follow standards for Pasture Raised hens that ensure that our hens forage freely outdoors with protective cover and are able to nest and sleep safely indoors at night with plenty of room to roam, perch, and exhibit natural chicken behaviors. Handsome Brook Farms’ subsidiary, The Farmer’s Hen (TFH), works with a separate network of small producers to raise free range, organic free range, and organic pasture-raised eggs according to Certified Humane standards. The health and welfare of our hens, the quality of our eggs, and the stewardship of our land are top priorities.

We are currently recruiting for a Flock Advisor to work with our Head of Live Ops, Compliance Director, and field team. They will function as the main resource to our producers. This position entails but is not limited to the following functions:

Job Description

● Weekly service visit to all farms; visits at least bi-weekly (every 10 days) (with additional check-in calls as needed)

● Extensive, on-site data collection (ex: feed & water consumption, bird weight, case weights, ammonia readings etc.)

● Submission of production report data in Excel-based files held in Dropbox, including notes and photographs as appropriate

● Coordination of feed ordering from the HBF designated mill, including involvement in any reports of quality failure or management of consumption

● Weekly review of data and feed with the Head of Live Operations and Director of Compliance

● Set your visitation schedule weekly on Google Calendar

● Oversee biosecurity, organic and pasture-raised compliance across the farms you service. This includes, giving verbal warnings, drafting non-compliance warning letters, and developing and enforcing follow-up plans with clear instructions and deadlines

● Attend training offerings

● For new producers, provide on-boarding support and ensure barn construction matches AHA or HFAC requirements and organic certification preparations are in line with expectations

Qualifications:

Required:

● 1-3+ years experience working with poultry (preferably layers)

● Experienced in Excel

● Highly organized

● Ability to effectively manage time. There are many moving parts to this position and little supervision, so self-discipline is a must

● Quick problem-solving skills

● A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and dependable vehicle

● A team player with a positive attitude and collaborative approach to work

● A high degree of initiative

● Proficient with technology and able to learn new programs quickly (required to work daily in Excel, Dropbox, and Google Workspace)

Preferred:

● Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Biology, or a related field preferred

● Knowledge of animal welfare standards and biosecurity, and state/federal agriculture/farming regulations and standards

PLEASE NOTE, ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

Handsome Brook Farms is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to age, religion, race, creed, color, national origin, military status, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, pre-existing conditions, familial status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your experience with poultry or layer hens?

Work Location: On the road

dutch-tavern.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, dutch-tavern.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, dutch-tavern.com is the ideal place to find your next job.