Are turkeys really pumped-up on hormones and steroids? Are turkeys really factory-farmed?
Are turkeys really overmedicated? Is it true that turkeys are kept in cages?
Earlier this month the National Turkey Federation (NTF), launched a series of four videos dispelling turkey myths. According to Keith Williams of the National Turkey Federation, “The videos aim to satisfy the public’s curiosity about a turkey farmer’s practical approach to raising their flock and to encourage consumers’ appreciation of their food from farm to fork. These short videos present the exaggerated myths of turkey farming with a bit of humor that welcomes curiosity and encourages questions.” In addition to the No Cages video below, the topics cover Antibiotic Use, Family Farms/Environment, and No Hormones and No Steroids. Check out the videos at AmericasTurkeyFarmers.org to learn more or use the information to educate your curious family and friends.
Deepest Sympathies
Our hearts go out to the family of Frank Lee, BP Farm Manager for Select Genetics in Missouri who passed away on Thursday, February 22nd. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
“To lose a friend is the greatest of all losses.” ~ Pubilius Syrus
Years of Service
Congratulations to Peggy Billings, QC Technician with Select Genetics in Missouri on her 10 year anniversary with the company.
Jim Moore, Maintenance Supervisor with Select Genetics in Missouri recently celebrated his 20 year anniversary with the company, congrats Jim!
Congratulations to Jean Jeseritz, Quality Control in the serviceroom at the Select Genetics Willmar Hatchery on celebrating her 30 year anniversary.
Spotlight on Benefits
Are You Getting the Best Benefit Out of Your 401K Company Match?
A variety of financial sources, including the IRS, recommend that a retiree will need up to 80% of his/her annual income today to retire comfortably in the future. Since every dollar counts, make sure you are receiving all the benefits of your 401(k) plan, including the company match. Sign up through Empower Retirement (1-800-338-4015 or www.empowermyretirement.com ) and take advantage of easy payroll deductions that allow you to save with every paycheck. Refer to your company’s benefit guide to make sure you set aside and save the minimum percentage of your wages to receive the full employer 401(k) match. The money provided to you through the employer 401(k) match is a great benefit in our total compensation program.
Recruiting Corner
We said farewell to Michelle Falling, Recruiting Specialist, on Friday, February 16th. She will be working in her hometown of Litchfield in HR at Bobcat.
Pictured at Michelle’s farewell party, Michelle Falling (left) and Katie Steinhaus (right)
For future hiring needs, that you may have previously contacted Michelle about, please reach out to Angela Koosman, Jami Halliday, or Jeanna O’Neill for assistance.
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Openings
Current status of all organizational openings.
Welcome New Employees
Michael Rauenhorst
Assembler
Nadene Schliep
Accounting Clerk
Apollo Ayres
Charles Lineweaver
Aurora Back Crew
Paw Gay
Francisca Gonzalez Ocampo
IPH Gender Technician
Pawnu Nay
Jessica Moyorga
Lidis Romero Recinos
Yajaira Sanchez Rodriguez
IPH Poult Service Technician
Jill Koudela
Lab Technician
Earl Kollock
Logistics Division Manager Osceola
Gui Do
MN Catcher
Mirna Vega
Carlos Miranda-Martinez
Ali Hussein
Omar Cuevas Guzman
MN Egg Picker
Jose Hernandez Amaya
MN Farm Sanitation
Ashley Ciprian
MN Tom Lab
Soe Lwoy
MN Vaccination Crew
Damien Ledesma
Donald Wilson
Richard McAllister
Malcolm Kirksey
Donald Morse
MO Catcher
Samantha Sifuentes
Kevin Garver
Angela Campbell
MO Egg Picker
EDaniel Gray II
William Gordon
MO Milker
Mark Cirlos
Levi Epperson
Jacob Marcum
MO Vaccination Crew
Margarita De Alba Aguirre
Office Administration
Ashely Howard
Zachary Ellis
Christy Million
Mitchel Gray
Glenn Moreland
Kenneth Tiemann
Terre Haute Hatchery Maintenance
Tyler Standish
Terre Haute Hatchery Maintenance Lead
Kevin Radke
Theodore Gregoire
Freezer/Stacker Driver
George Navarro
Tanner Lageson
Denis Kiplagat
Maryan Ali
Adriana Vitela Rodriguez
Maria Munoz
Ahira Collazo Flores
Stephanie Reyes
Jennifer Gonzalez
Diana Alvarez
Yeyshkira Centeno Nieves
Alyssa Galvez
Jose Martinez Gallegos
Bayron Ramos Perez
Daniel Lopez
Ofelia Villeda-Pedroza
Sylvia Kisiali
Carlos Rueda Jr.
Gavin Tenorio
Jessica Barboza
Elija Rodriguez
Santiago Lopez
Lineworker
Linda Talamantes
QA/QC Technician
Employee Count
As of 2/26/18 we have 2,007 employees
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