Farm Manager Trainee

Aviagen•Crossville, TN

About The Position

We are seeking ideal candidates as a Farm Manager Trainee who should have knowledge of farming and should be a self-starter and highly driven. Primary responsibility of this job is to provide leadership and direction in the production and maintenance operations to ensure timely and cost-efficient production. Day-to-day supervision of the team to achieve all aspects of production on poultry farms to include competitive performance, budgeting, planning, scheduling and maintaining compliance in a safe manner, and for compliance with all local, county, state and federal regulations as they relate to poultry production. Job Description: This is a trainee position that will have to go through 6-8 month training process. Applicants are not allowed to own any kind of birds due to the risk of possible disease transmission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, or related field preferred.
Knowledge of poultry husbandry, biosecurity, and production cycles.
Basic math, reasoning, and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, farm management software).
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and be on-call 24/7.
Physically able to work in varying environmental conditions and perform manual labor as needed.
Required to participate in weekly personal swab testing for Salmonella monitoring in accordance with pedigree biosecurity standards.
Applicants are not allowed to own any kind of birds due to the risk of possible disease transmission.

Nice To Haves

Forklift Training, OSHA 10, Lock-Out Tag-Out certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Operational Management Oversee daily farm operations, including egg or chick production, feed and water systems, environmental controls, and equipment functionality.
Ensure proper collection, handling, and storage of eggs or birds in accordance with quality standards.
Coordinate farm set-up, clean-out procedures, and long-term production planning.
Staff Supervision Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate farm employees to ensure effective and efficient operations.
Approve timecards, conduct employee evaluations, and implement disciplinary actions as needed.
Participate in and lead monthly BASE meetings and safety briefings.
Animal Health & Welfare Monitor flock health, mortality, weight gain, feed consumption, and water intake.
Enforce and maintain animal welfare protocols, vaccination schedules, and environmental standards.
Document chick/bird movements in and out of the facility per company protocols.
Biosecurity & Compliance Implement and enforce biosecurity protocols, including pest control, facility access, and sanitation measures.
Maintain compliance with all ISO, animal welfare, and company-specific guidelines.
Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Facility & Equipment Oversight Inspect and maintain facility systems (ventilation, feeders, lighting, etc.).
Submit and follow up on maintenance work orders.
Manage cooler operations and temperature monitoring.
Administrative & Data Reporting Maintain accurate records on mortality, egg counts, feed, vaccinations, inventory, and water quality.
Submit weekly and daily reports, body weights, and performance tracking spreadsheets.
Utilize software tools (e.g., BIM, MTech, MS Excel) to manage flock and production data.
Interdepartmental Coordination Communicate effectively with internal teams (e.g., logistics, maintenance, mobile crews).
Support mobile teams and assist with farm opening/closing as needed.
Coordinate replacement scheduling for male and female flocks.