Assistant Production Manager

Job Description Summary:

We are looking for an Experienced Assistant Production Manager who will be primarily responsible for assisting breeder manager in directing and coordinating breeding operations, and ensuring delivery of quality product. Job Description:

Oversee and manage assigned breeder operations

Ensuring required quantity and quality of hatch eggs are available for hatcheries

Oversee all Breeder Producer relationships and all goods and services associated with their needs

Implement and monitor all pullet and breeder production programs

Ensure the training of development of all Breeder Representatives and Technicians

Provide communication and direction for contract growers

Monitor development of contract growers

Monitor pullet placements, moves, vaccinations and ensure hatch egg numbers

Provide performance and cost numbers to accounting and management

Monitor pullet and breeder flock health and adherence to blood testing procedures

Maintain pullet growing agreements and breeder flock agreements

Lead and manage in a way consistent with company’s values and strategic objectives

Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations (i.e. Animal Welfare, Safety, Environmental, etc.)

Job Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Poultry Science, Agricultural Science or related field from an accredited institution OR 4 years equivalent education and experience

Minimum 4 years’ poultry breeder operational experience

Minimum 4 years’ supervisory experience within a similar environment

Advanced poultry science knowledge

Demonstrated high level of initiative and ownership of projects

Ability to confront and manage through conflict situations with employees and contractors

High work capacity, dependable, results oriented and strong sense of urgency

Strong leadership and supervisory skills

Demonstrated success building effective teams with proven ability to lead by engaging and motivating a team and influencing an organization

Highly effective interpersonal communication skills sufficient to communicate and interact effectively with all levels within organization

Demonstrated advanced knowledge of math functions and skills

Solid computer skills particularly with MS Office programs

Advanced organizational skills, with attention to detail

Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character