Farms Supervisor

Willmar Poultry Farms•Willmar, MN

2d•Onsite

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

Experience in animal husbandry and welfare required
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

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