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Veterinarian

Willmar Poultry

Willmar, MN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$180,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Animal Care, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Decision Support, Driver's License, Environmental Research, Establish Priorities, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Multilingual, Operational Support, Operations Management, Preventive Medicine, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Spanish Language, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Driving, Veterinary Medicine, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Willmar, MN
POSTED
7 days ago
Summary of Core Responsibilities:
The Veterinarian is responsible for safeguarding the health and welfare of turkeys across Willmar Poultry Farm operations by delivering high-quality veterinary care, diagnostics, and preventative health programs. This role partners closely with commercialoperations, research teams, and affiliated companies to support animal wellbeing, biosecurity, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Animal Health & Biosecurity
  • Maintain and continuously improve preventative health, biosecurity, and animal welfare programs.
  • Follow and enforce all company policies related to biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Serve as the on-site veterinary point of contact for internal and external customers, providing timely, professional, and proactive support.
Veterinary Services & Operations Support
  • Support operations, including live production and plant processing, by delivering superior veterinary and diagnostic laboratory services.
  • Prepare biological samples for testing and analysis and interpret results to support sound decision-making.
  • Collaborate with affiliated companies to develop and refine products, procedures, and practices that enhance efficiency and profitability.
Research & Continuous Improvement
  • Design, participate in, and oversee applied research trials in both production environments and controlled research settings.
  • Prepare data summaries, reports, and analyses-including charts and graphs-to document research findings and outcomes.
  • Use logic and critical thinking to evaluate data, identify alternative solutions, and recommend improvements.
Training & Communication
  • Train and coach employees on technical practices, protocols, and animal health standards.
  • Communicate complex technical and health-related information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • Foster strong working relationships by providing superior internal and external customer service.
Work Environment & Teamwork
  • Work collaboratively in a team-based environment and support other functions as needed to achieve positive results.
  • Organize and prioritize responsibilities to ensure efficient operations and effective time management.
  • Maintain a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
General working hours:
  • Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Eligible for remote/hybrid schedule if applicable
  • On call or holiday requirements if applicable
The Ideal Candidate Summary:
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine DVM degree from an AVMA accredited college and be eligible for licensure in multiple states.
  • Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills a plus.
  • Be willing to work in animal production conditions and handle live birds.
  • Must be capable of bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
  • Must be able to adhere to bio-security and animal welfare policies.
  • Able to work well alone and with others.
  • Ability to travel 25% of the time required.
  • A valid Driver's License and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record required.
Compensation and Benefits Eligible:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, and company paid life insurance.

Starting wage range: $120k -$180k annually

Apply Online or to Further Inquire Contact:
Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager
320-222-9692 | [email protected]

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