Operations Manager for Aviagen Turkeys, Inc

Operations Manager for Aviagen Turkeys, Inc

• Establishment and oversight of the operations budgets
• Implementation of programs to improve biological performance, bird health and welfare
• Implementation of programs to continuously improve operating efficiencies
• Active participation in establishing programs and corrective actions to improve egg and poult quality
• Active participation on farms and in hatcheries to ensure programs and plans are successful
• Critical assessment of data to ensure programs and plans are successful
• Work closely with production planning to ensure an adequate supply of product
• Lead the management of the Transportation Department to ensure high quality deliveries and adherence to DOT requirements
• Oversee the implementation of the employee safety program

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in the poultry breeding industry
• Management experience and ability to oversee a diverse workforce
• Strategic vision is essential
• Must be an effective change manager
• Must be knowledgeable of programs that cover very high level bio-security
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; Bilingual is a plus
• Experience in managing and motivating employees
• Experience in Microsoft software is required, MTech is a plus
• Education: Bachelor's degree