Breeder Operations Lead — 1st Shift

Tyson Foods; Eufaula (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability – short & long term

Education assistance

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Breeder Manager to organize and supervise breeder hen and pullet production, ensuring weekly eggs reach the hatchery in the right numbers and quality. You will project egg supply, manage production costs, and supervise advisors for bird and grower management.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in agriculture or equivalent, 3+ years in poultry, and ability to travel. You’ll lead operations with a focus on biosecurity and adherence to welfare policies across farm and hatchery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in poultry/agriculture preferred.
• Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year.
• Supervise a team in a single department or work unit.
• Must sign bio-security agreement and follow welfare policy.

Responsibilities

• Egg projections to determine pullet placements and egg supply.
• Manage egg production to maintain high-quality hatching eggs at low cost.
• Supervise technical advisors in bird and grower management.
• Aid growers in bird management and farm operations.
• Oversee policies for grower and hatchery operations.
• Coordinate pullet and male breeder movement and placement.
• Maintain relationships between Tyson Foods and contract growers.
• Manage the sale of breeder hens.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

3+ years poultry experience

Supervisory experience

Biosecurity compliance

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or equivalent

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a Breeder Manager to organize and supervise breeder hen and pullet production, ensuring weekly eggs reach the hatchery in the right numbers and quality. You will project egg supply, manage production costs, and supervise advisors for bird and grower management.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in agriculture or equivalent, 3+ years in poultry, and ability to travel. You’ll lead operations with a focus on biosecurity and adherence to welfare policies across farm and hatchery