Production Leader
About The Position
The Production Leader manages and directs partial to full production operations at a designated site. The role oversees personnel management, animal welfare, flock management, bird scheduling, and movement. The Production Leader provides oversight of day-to-day operations and works with specialty leaders and teams on activities, projects, and issues involving production personnel, finances, processing, feed management, and other production matters to help achieve production goals. The position operates primarily in a farm or production setting, with regular exposure to outdoor elements, livestock, production equipment, dust, odors, and noise. It requires physical stamina, including extended standing, walking on uneven surfaces, and frequent lifting. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and biosecurity measures, adaptability, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Versova is a U.S. egg producer that brings together family-owned farms across Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. The company states that it has more than 2,000 employees and over six decades of industry experience. Its stated priorities include flock care, environmental stewardship, safe and high-quality eggs, responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 4 years of hands-on poultry production experience, specifically in layer operations, including at least 2 years as a lead or supervisor.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to work in various climate conditions and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of poultry husbandry, animal welfare regulations, and biosecurity protocols.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and production management software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field.
- Previous poultry or large-scale animal agriculture industry experience.
- Previous experience in Live Haul operations.
- Experience in Feed Haul and Feed Mill management, breeder and broiler production, or hatchery operations.
- Experience in lean manufacturing or process improvement initiatives.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of personnel management.
- Lead and direct hourly staff, fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and accountability.
- Oversee bird health, feeding, watering, ventilation, and facility cleanliness.
- Ensure product quality, minimize losses, and meet production targets.
- Coordinate feed deliveries and manage inventory needs.
- Oversee facility and equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, EPA, FSMA, animal welfare, and biosecurity standards.
- Assist with budgeting and expense control.
- Communicate issues to management and support required reporting.
- Coordinate bird placement, staffing, and special projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Regular performance reviews.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- HSA with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
