About us: We are proud of our family and community. We are in the Amish Country in Northern Indiana, part of a hardworking group of farmers we see as an extension of our family. These relationships help shape our strong Midwestern values, which are important to our company. Our commitment to these values and to continuous improvement keeps us a leader in the industry.
We are the only duck farm in North America with American Humane Certified™ status. Our White Pekin ducks grow up in spacious barns, where they roam freely, behave naturally, and have plenty of food and water. This helps keep our ducks healthy and happy. Their lean meat is a great protein choice for home cooks looking for a new and versatile ingredient for their families, and it is nutritious too!
Our mission: To provide the best value to our customers through quality products, honest people, industry-leading practices and a commitment to excellence in animal-care and all we do
Core Values: Trust, Teamwork, Integrity, Commitment, and Respect
General Responsibilities/Job Summary: Drivers are responsible for transporting trucks and trailers to our growers' farms for loading ducks. Together with a company helper, you will prepare the trailer and typically collaborate with two or more farm residents to load the ducks. After loading, you will return to our processing plant in Middlebury, IN. Most drivers and helpers complete two loads per day.
Functions/Duties
o Plans and complete an efficient delivery and pick up route for the day.
o Maintains basic records of truck mileage and deliveries made.
o Ensures that the truck receives basic service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor.
o Assists in general duties when delivery route is completed.
o Performs other related duties as assigned.
o Walk/carry ducks on to truck and off the truck
o Load the appropriate number of ducks into each pen on the trailer.
o Open and close pen lids on trailers.
o Assist in barn set up and ramp set up/adjustments.
o Assist driver in backing semi/trailer onto farms and to ramp.
o Clean and wash trailers.
o Do whatever is needed to help support the trucking department or overall live production.
o Follow all plant rules and regulations when in the processing plant
o Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and high standards in employee performance and safety.
o Understand and follow our animal welfare policy
o Other duties as assigned by management
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
o Understand and practice good Animal Welfare
o Learn and understand duck behavior and how to move them efficiently
o Have effective communication skills to work with other employees and producers.
o Posses a CDL Class A
o Outstanding communication skills.
o Ability to independently make decisions with minimum supervision.
o Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize workload.
o Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.
o Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.
o Poultry experience preferred Outstanding communication skills.
o Ability to independently make decisions with minimum supervision.
o Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize workload.
o Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.
o Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
o Occasional prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.
o Need to climb and come down ladders.
o Not afraid of heights - comfortable working on top of trucks and ramps.
o Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Working Conditions
o Working outside in all types of weather. Proper PPE’s will be given.
Culver Duck Farms provides equal job opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other legally protected category.
This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, job assignments, pay, training, promotions, discipline, transfers, leave, benefits, layoffs, recalls, terminations, and other personnel matters. All decisions regarding employment are based on relevant job-related factors, such as skills, abilities, past performance, and how long someone has worked at Culver Duck Farms.