Farm Manager

Willmar Poultry Farms is seeking a full-time Farm Manager. An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow out company who grows turkeys for various customers, with farms located in the Olivia, MN and Redwood Falls, MN areas.Summary of Core Responsibilities:This position oversees day-to-day operations of the turkey farm. This position is responsible for turkey flock health, barn maintenance, ventilation, mechanical systems, and processing flow and timing.Flock CareManages day-to-day operations with the goal of keeping the turkey flock healthy until they fully mature.Ensures feed and water systems are working properly. Records a variety of data including vaccinations and medications, mortality, water treatment, rodent activity, and traffic flow of people. Manages and orders feed for barns.Checks the barn, multiple times per day, for any dead birds. Properly disposes birds that have died. Euthanizes birds that are beyond recovery, as needed. Responds to all alarm calls for barns, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Farm and Barn MaintenancePerforms maintenance of barn equipment, mechanical systems, and machine equipment.Manages ventilation in the barns to support a safe environment for turkeys.RegulationEnforces company policies, procedures related to biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety; and, all regulatory requirements.Ideal Candidate Summary:High School diploma or equivalent preferred Valid Minnesota Driver's LicenseBe willing to work in animal production conditions and handle live birds; prior experience of 6 months minimum in animal husbandry and welfare preferred Must be capable of bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 poundsMust be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periodsMust be able to adhere to bio-security and animal welfare policiesSelf-StarterLeadership or Supervisory experienceAbility to make sound business decisions and work independentlyConfidence using technologyA positive attitudeMust have personal transportation to get to barn locationsCompensation and Benefits Eligible:We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, and company paid life insurance.Starting wage: $21.07-$26.34Apply Online or to Further Inquire Contact:Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager320-222-9692 | [email protected]