Broiler Flock Supervisor

Mountaire Farms • Selbyville, DE

218d

About The Position

The Broiler Flock Supervisor acts as a liaison between Mountaire Farms and independent contract growers. The primary responsibility is to monitor and promote proper animal husbandry and animal welfare procedures that align with accepted industry standards through documented weekly flock visitations and effective communication. The supervisor must follow and understand animal welfare and biosecurity guidelines related to company certification, promoting company procedures and programs to independent contract growers to achieve top performance. Additionally, the supervisor completes flock testing to ensure flocks can be processed on time and trains contract growers on best management practices regarding biosecurity on farms.

Requirements

• Minimum Associates degree, Bachelor's preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in poultry production desired.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow and understand animal welfare and biosecurity guidelines.
• Adaptability to new policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly flock visits and maintain grower communications.
• Monitor and promote proper animal husbandry and animal welfare procedures.
• Provide direction and support during weekly production meetings and trainings.
• Perform bird health diagnosis and surveillance, including PAW quality scoring.
• Manage mortality, weight, and feed projections paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety guidelines and protocols.

Benefits

• Eight paid holidays.
• Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers.
• Dental and Vision Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Retirement Planning with 401(k).
• Profit Sharing.
• Employee Discounted Chicken Sales.
• Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Animal Production and Aquaculture
• Education Level: Associate degree