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 from 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 Company committed to excellence.
Responsibility:
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 illness, and perform necropsies (if trained).
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.
What You'll Need:
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
Familiarities 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 compete tasks in a timely manner
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
Strong detail and ability to follow protocols accruately
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to adapt to changing condition and work under pressure
A proactive attitude and a commitment to qualify 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.
Why Work for Pilgrim's?
Schedule: The position is typically scheduled but not limited to Monday-Friday 7 am - 4:30 pm (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 discussed on second interview
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
Better Futures
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About Us:
Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our Mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our Core Values Are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.
EOE, including disability/vets
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 from 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 Company committed to excellence.
Responsibility:
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 illness, and perform necropsies (if trained).
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.
What You'll Need:
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
Familiarities 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 compete tasks in a timely manner
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
Strong detail and ability to follow protocols accruately
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to adapt to changing condition and work under pressure
A proactive attitude and a commitment to qualify 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.
Why Work for Pilgrim's?
Schedule: The position is typically scheduled but not limited to Monday-Friday 7 am - 4:30 pm (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 discussed on second interview
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
Better Futures
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About Us:
Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our Mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our Core Values Are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.
EOE, including disability/vets
Company Info
Pilgrim's
7088 Hwy 1 ByPass
Natchitoches, LA 71457
