Farms Supervisor

Willmar Poultry FarmsWillmar, MN

About The Position

Willmar Poultry Farms is seeking a full-time Farms Supervisor. An affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow out company who grows turkeys for various customers. The Farms Supervisor oversees the overall management of turkey farms including employees, flock well-being, barn conditions and bio-security while ensuring the compliance of company policies and procedures, along with industry regulations.

Requirements

  • Advanced knowledge of the turkey industry and government regulations preferred
  • Knowledge of general repair work and maintenance.
  • Solid understanding of basic business practices
  • Strong problem solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Active listening
  • Mechanical, use of hand tools
  • Leadership and teambuilding
  • Able to be self-sufficient and to organize and prioritize work
  • Able to lead and manage others while building a productive and cohesive team
  • Experience in animal husbandry and welfare required
  • Prior experience leading and managing employees preferred
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Valid Minnesota Driver's License and motor vehicle record must meet company standards
  • Must be capable of bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods
  • This position consists of working in an environment that includes exposure to dust and certain chemicals and fumes and extreme weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

  • Advanced knowledge of the turkey industry and government regulations preferred
  • Prior experience leading and managing employees preferred

Responsibilities

  • Overseeing flock welfare
  • Supervising major bird activities, such as vaccinations, flock load outs and new flock arrivals.
  • Inspects farms on a weekly basis
  • Responds to alarm calls for barns 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the absence of the Farm Manager
  • Hires, manages, trains, motivate, engages, and disciplines employees on farms with the objective of building and maintaining a high performing unit to meet or exceed production goals
  • Trains employees on daily operations, machinery and equipment, and safety
  • Provides direction, technical guidance and support to employees
  • Daily administrative and record keeping tasks related to overall management
  • Enforces company policies, procedures related to biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety; and, all regulatory requirements

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Manager

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

1-10 employees

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