Turkey Farm Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany:A family-owned integrated farm business producing the highest quality, competitively priced agricultural products who embody the following core values: Humility Dependability Versatility Do the right thing Treat everyone with respectPosition Description:Seeking a full-time position for Turkey Farm Manager. We value our employees and their needs because each and every employee is a vital part of our team. We are a family owned and operated turkey farm, feed mill, and cropping operation with flexible hours and great benefits. The Turkey Farm Manager position is primarily responsible for daily turkey grower and brooder barn chores and reporting to the Director of Turkey Operations. We are looking for highly motivated people who desire to work on a turkey farm that values excellent character and work ethic.Key Outcomes:1. Well-functioning Turkey facility/building/equipment2. Turkey husbandry3. Livability/bird health/welfareJob ResponsibilitiesMeet expectations on the Level 2 Skill AssessmentComplete checklist with daily, weekly, monthly tasksCommunicate effectively with Director of Turkey OperationsExecute objectives from Director of Turkey OperationsCommunicate with Maintenance Manager with needed repairs and materials.Follow bio-security policy and animal welfare practices.Follow safety proceduresChampion overall bird health and livabilityCooperate with other growersPick up mortality and keep accurate recordsEnsure birds have feed and water at all times, order feed as neededRespond and troubleshoot alarm callsMaintain barn conditions bedding, tilling, etc.Adjust barn climate temperature, curtains, fans, ventilation, etc.Maintain a clean environment barns, service rooms, feed tanks, yard, barn equipment, etc.Supervise load outAssist with moving birds and poult deliveries at all brooder barnsPrepare barns for new flocks cleanout, sweeping, disinfecting, repair, etc.QualificationsExperience operating payloader, skid loader, and other machineryExperience with Rotem barn controllers or comparable barn controllerBasic computer skillsMechanical skillsCarpentry skills a plusValid Drivers LicenseU.S. work authorization (Required)Work Environment/Physical DemandsEffectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 80 pounds.Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch and sit.Work extended hours out of doors in a variety of weather conditions including extreme cold and heat.Regular weekend work is required.Disclaimer:This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the Employer.#turkey #turkeyfarm #hiring

Created: 2025-05-10