AVS Bio Poultry House Operator
AVS Bio, Hartford, CT, United States
AVS Bio Poultry House Operator
Location: Voluntown, CT (No Relocation Available)
Industry: Poultry, Agriculture, Pharmaceutical
Shift: Thursday - Monday 5:30 AM 2:00 PM (daily 30-minute lunch + 2 paid 15-minute breaks)
Salary: $23.50/hr.
Job Type: Direct Hire
Job Overview
AVS Bio is a global leader in biologics with more than 60 years of innovation supporting the development of vaccines, therapeutics, diagnostics, and breakthrough scientific research that protects human and animal health worldwide.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Poultry House Operator will assist with the daily care of laying hens to support the production of clean, high-quality SPF eggs. Responsibilities include monitoring feed, water, equipment, and house conditions; collecting and sanitizing eggs; maintaining sanitation and biosecurity standards; and observing flock health. This role also supports basic maintenance and ensures humane care of the birds in a farm environment. Fully paid training is provided, making this an excellent entry point for candidates from healthcare, service, animal care, or other hands-on backgrounds who are looking for stable, meaningful work with long-term growth potential in the life sciences industry.
Responsibilities
Communicate regularly with Farm Management
Maintain biosecurity and follow biosecurity regulations
Keep house and equipment clean and sanitary
Collect and sanitize eggs to provide clean SPF eggs for sale
Responsible for basic maintenance
Monitor flock for health issues and report concerns to Farm Management
Perform blood draws weekly
Monitor and maintain feeders, waterers, medication dispensers, house temperatures, bird weights and condition
Assist in training new hires
Ensure the humane care of the birds during all phases of the life cycle
Perform bird sales as requested
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Employees must not own or have contact with live poultry or other birds of any breed, species or origin while employed in this position
Exposure to chemicals, dust and odors
Work with live animals with risk of exposure to allergens and/or zoonotic disease(s)
House can be warm and humid
Noise level is usually moderate
Must regularly move about inside the poultry house
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
Regularly provides information to and receives information from/through various technologies, media, sources, and contacts. Must be able to accurately exchange accurate information in these situations
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Strong communication skills: verbal and written. Self-motivated, dependable, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team
Employees must not own or have contact with live poultry or other birds of any breed, species or origin while employed in this position
Biosecurity FAQs
What is included in the biosecurity requirement? Employees may not own or have contact with live birds of any kind, including backyard poultry, ducks, turkeys, wild, or exotic birds, or visit farms, fairs, or other locations with bird exposure
What other animal contact is prohibited? Prohibited contact includes reptiles, amphibians, rodents, and certain wild animals (e.g., snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, raccoons, skunks, opossums, squirrels, deer mice), or animals requiring feeding of rodents or raw/frozen animal products
What animal contact is permitted? Permitted animals include dogs, cats, fish, and traditional farm animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, llamas/alpacas). Employees may not handle raw or frozen meat or poultry products before work
How is biosecurity enforced? All candidates must complete a Biosecurity & Animal Ownership Disclosure Form prior to hire and certify ongoing compliance. Violations or falsification may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination
Why Join Us
Direct hire with long-term career stability
401(k) with company match
Up to 3 weeks paid vacation
Up to 11.5 paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Benefits effective the 1st of the month after your start date
Consistent daytime schedule for work life balance
Entry point into the life sciences and pharmaceutical industry
Work that directly supports vaccines, diagnostics, and breakthrough therapies
EOE/ADA
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Location: Voluntown, CT (No Relocation Available)
Industry: Poultry, Agriculture, Pharmaceutical
Shift: Thursday - Monday 5:30 AM 2:00 PM (daily 30-minute lunch + 2 paid 15-minute breaks)
Salary: $23.50/hr.
Job Type: Direct Hire
Job Overview
AVS Bio is a global leader in biologics with more than 60 years of innovation supporting the development of vaccines, therapeutics, diagnostics, and breakthrough scientific research that protects human and animal health worldwide.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Poultry House Operator will assist with the daily care of laying hens to support the production of clean, high-quality SPF eggs. Responsibilities include monitoring feed, water, equipment, and house conditions; collecting and sanitizing eggs; maintaining sanitation and biosecurity standards; and observing flock health. This role also supports basic maintenance and ensures humane care of the birds in a farm environment. Fully paid training is provided, making this an excellent entry point for candidates from healthcare, service, animal care, or other hands-on backgrounds who are looking for stable, meaningful work with long-term growth potential in the life sciences industry.
Responsibilities
Communicate regularly with Farm Management
Maintain biosecurity and follow biosecurity regulations
Keep house and equipment clean and sanitary
Collect and sanitize eggs to provide clean SPF eggs for sale
Responsible for basic maintenance
Monitor flock for health issues and report concerns to Farm Management
Perform blood draws weekly
Monitor and maintain feeders, waterers, medication dispensers, house temperatures, bird weights and condition
Assist in training new hires
Ensure the humane care of the birds during all phases of the life cycle
Perform bird sales as requested
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Employees must not own or have contact with live poultry or other birds of any breed, species or origin while employed in this position
Exposure to chemicals, dust and odors
Work with live animals with risk of exposure to allergens and/or zoonotic disease(s)
House can be warm and humid
Noise level is usually moderate
Must regularly move about inside the poultry house
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
Regularly provides information to and receives information from/through various technologies, media, sources, and contacts. Must be able to accurately exchange accurate information in these situations
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Strong communication skills: verbal and written. Self-motivated, dependable, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team
Employees must not own or have contact with live poultry or other birds of any breed, species or origin while employed in this position
Biosecurity FAQs
What is included in the biosecurity requirement? Employees may not own or have contact with live birds of any kind, including backyard poultry, ducks, turkeys, wild, or exotic birds, or visit farms, fairs, or other locations with bird exposure
What other animal contact is prohibited? Prohibited contact includes reptiles, amphibians, rodents, and certain wild animals (e.g., snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, raccoons, skunks, opossums, squirrels, deer mice), or animals requiring feeding of rodents or raw/frozen animal products
What animal contact is permitted? Permitted animals include dogs, cats, fish, and traditional farm animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, llamas/alpacas). Employees may not handle raw or frozen meat or poultry products before work
How is biosecurity enforced? All candidates must complete a Biosecurity & Animal Ownership Disclosure Form prior to hire and certify ongoing compliance. Violations or falsification may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination
Why Join Us
Direct hire with long-term career stability
401(k) with company match
Up to 3 weeks paid vacation
Up to 11.5 paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Benefits effective the 1st of the month after your start date
Consistent daytime schedule for work life balance
Entry point into the life sciences and pharmaceutical industry
Work that directly supports vaccines, diagnostics, and breakthrough therapies
EOE/ADA
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