To manage Chicken Production functions in a manner conducive to promoting a consistent high quality product at the least cost on company and/or contract ranches by achieving company goals and objectives while maintaining quality standards of production. To develop internal management talent and increase leadership skills and retain top talent.
Responsible for chicken growth performance, quality, and production costs on ranches and insure, that, through a well-trained staff of Field Supervisors, will meet requirements of the annual production schedule, animal welfare standards and safety. Includes:
- Implementing and controlling field compliance with grow-out, disease prevention, and quality programs including animal welfare and food safety.
- Coordinating with and informing technical, administrative, and service personnel, and other managers of any information that could affect their decisions or influence bird performance.
Responsible for fryer performance, quality, and production. Controlling and maintaining bird health with aid of all available facilities, and equipment to include vehicular, industrial safety and maintenance awareness programs. Implementing and controlling field compliance with grow out, disease prevention, safety and quality programs.
Coordinating all ranch functions and insuring accurate completion. Coordinating labor needs and scheduling accordingly. Completing wage records and personnel evaluations on all subordinate employees. Employee development and training. Insuring that all company policies and procedures are followed. Administer employee disciplinary actions and assist with the hiring and firing of employees as needed.
Assist in the development and submission of proposals, budgets, and projections for production facilities and activities. Setting up and running statistically valid tests under the direction of either the department manager or superintendent that measure the impact of new products or processes. Develop and measure department initiatives to improve performance and/or lower cost
Maintain an efficient staff that operates efficiently and safely. Includes training to develop junior promotable people on staff with interest in advancement and long-term security for the department and the company. Maintain good inter-company (including employee/employer) and community relations.
Working hours - 2am-2pm ( 1 weekday off ) , PH/Weekend required to work
