Direct supervision of 2 – 4 salaried employees (Superintendent, Supervisor, Clerk, etc.)
Oversee supervision of 20 – 25 hourly and salaried employees
This is a Leader of People position with required competencies: Delegation, Conflict Management, Planning, Sizing up People and Customer Focus
Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry Science, Agricultural Science, Biology, Management or related field from an accredited institution OR 8 years equivalent education and experience
Minimum 4 years’ progressive hatchery experience or combination of hatchery and relative poultry industry experience
Minimum 2 years’ supervisor experience within similar environment
Extensive maintenance knowledge (e.g. electrical, mechanical, PLC operations, heating and cooling, hydraulics, etc.)
Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws
Previous hatchery management experience
Advanced poultry science knowledge
Advanced interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate people
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of math functions and skills
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of financial terms and reporting
Practical computer skills with solid knowledge of MS Office programs
Advanced organizational skills, with attention to detail
Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
Understand and interpret data while drawing logical conclusions based on available inputs
Critical thinking skills in standardized situations as well as non-routine problems
Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize work accordingly
Basic reasoning skills and carries out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form