Production Supervisor

Versova•Thompson, IA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor manages and directs partial production operations at a designated site. The role oversees animal welfare, flock management, bird scheduling, and bird movement, and provides oversight of day-to-day operations. The supervisor works with specialty leaders and teams on activities, projects, and issues involving production personnel, finances, processing, feed management, and other production matters to ensure priorities are addressed successfully. 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 for extended standing, walking on uneven surfaces, and frequent lifting, as well as comfort around animals and familiarity with agricultural machinery. Availability for on-call duties and emergencies outside standard hours may be needed. Adherence to safety protocols and biosecurity measures is essential; the work requires adaptability and effectiveness both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in poultry production, including at least 1 year 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 experience in poultry or large-scale animal agriculture.
Experience with 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

Provide leadership and support to hourly employees; may be responsible for some aspects of personnel management.
Foster 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.