GGP Production Manager - Sallisaw, United States - Aviagen Group

Description

Job Summary:
We are looking to fill the open position of GGP Production Manager. This position will report directly to the Complex Manager.


Job Description:
Supply the leadership required to motivate employees to work as a team in meeting corporate and production goals and objectives
Provide leadership, direction and development to direct reports
Responsible for the daily feeding schedule, availability to water, appropriate ventilation and proper care of the birds
Responsible for general daily cleanliness of the layer houses (interior and exterior)
Includes proper extraction and disposal of mortality
Responsible for coordinating maintenance and repairs of layer facilities (exterior and interior)
Includes all equipment throughout the layer houses and all ancillary equipment associated with any activity required for proper functioning of the layer houses (Trucks, Skid Loaders, Tools, etc.)
Assist with maintaining rodent, fly and pest control program
Responsible for working with production staff to ensure quality product coming from the layer houses
Responsible for the flock's well-being and flock performance
Responsible for all required recordkeeping as required by management, compliance, scheduling of bird placement in concordance with the pullet facility, scheduling of production staff, and scheduling of production needs as determined by customer demand / management forecast
Responsible for ensuring adherence to bio-security policy and regulatory compliance
Responsible for proper handling of litter in accordance with company policy and any local, state or federal regulations

Job Qualification:
Bachelor's Degree required i.e. Poultry/Animal Science, Biology, and Operations Management, related field or experience equivalent to the degree
3-5 years' leadership experience
Good Communication (Written / Verbal) skills, organized, goal oriented, accountable
Good Leadership skills
Must be competent in the Microsoft Office suite of products
Agile, able to lift 50lbs. Also must be able to work in various climate conditions
Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to multi task and work with a fast paced environment
Strong Interpersonal skills and goal observant


EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Aviagen is the world's leading poultry breeding company developing pure breeding stock lines for the production of commercial broiler chickens.

Who are we looking for?

Aviagen is looking for people with positive, proactive attitudes, and who have a quest for knowledge, seeking continuous improvement in everything they do.

How do we impact the world?

Aviagen takes its corporate and social responsibilities seriously.

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