Breeder & Pullet Blood Puller

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

Natchitoches Pilgrim’s is seeking a dedicated and detailed oriented Breeder & Pullet Blood Puller technician . In this role, you will be instrumental in collecting blood/fat samples from chicken for health testing, monitors flocks health and administers vaccines. You will work on-site, transporting samples to labs, weighing birds to manage feed and ensuring compliance with USDA and biosecurity regulations. You will work in a fast-paced environment focused on safety, animal welfare, and product quality while supporting continuous improvement through attention to detail and teamwork.

If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact in poultry production, this is a great opportunity to grow with a C ompany committed to excellence.

• Communicate with service techs to schedule farms for blood draw and fat pull
• Sample Collection:
  Extract blood and fat samples from breeder hens and pullets for disease monitoring, including Salmonella and Influenza.
• Flock Health Management:
  Administer vaccinations, monitor for illnesses, and perform necropsies (if trained).
• Bird Weighing & Data Collection:
  Weigh birds weekly to manage feed intake and monitor growth, maintaining accurate records.
• Transportation & Logistics:
  Deliver, ship, or transport blood samples to state or company laboratories for testing.
• Biosecurity & Safety:
  Strict adherence to biosecurity protocols to prevent disease transmission; usually requires no ownership of other poultry.
• Other duties as assigned

• Education:
  • High School Diploma/GED preferred.
  • Basic understanding of animal and husbandry practices.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience:
  • Experience in farm(s) or similar agricultural environment.
  • Knowledge of avian species and their care requirements.
  • Familiarity with biosecurity protocols and practices.
  • 1 or more years of production or manufacturing environment. Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills:
  • Must have good work ethics and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
  • Must be able to work independently w/minimal supervision.
  • Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
  • Strong to detail and ability to follow protocols accurately.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to adapt to changing condition and work under pressure
  • A proactive attitude and a commitment t o quality and safety.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with no moving violation.
• Physical requirements:
  • Must be able to withstand the weather elements
  • Must be able to physically catch and pen chickens .
• Must not raise any poultry or birds

• Schedule:
  
  The position is typically scheduled but n ot limited to Monday‑Friday 7am‑4:30pm (subject to Change)
• Benefits :
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Starting Salary: will be discuss on second Interview process
• Career Development:
  Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;