Breeder Operations Manager

Pilgrim's; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical & Dental coverage

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Annual bonus plan

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Manager to direct breeder operations and supervise Breeder Service Techs to ensure the delivery of high-quality hatch eggs. You will schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff performance, with authority over personnel actions such as hires and terminations.

The role requires coordinating pullet growth programs, monitoring health and production costs, and ensuring safety standards across teams. Pilgrim’s offers comprehensive benefits and a clear path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience in a directly related field.
• 5 years of directly related experience in poultry grow-out operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day breeder operations to ensure hatch egg quality and quantity.
• Implements and monitors pullet and breeder production programs; trains supervisors.
• Oversees contract pullet and breeder producers; coordinates growth programs for broilers.
• Monitors health, vaccinations, and production costs; reports to management.
• Ensures driver safety and adherence to procedures by service personnel.

Skills

Management experience

Poultry grow-out operations

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Manager to direct breeder operations and supervise Breeder Service Techs to ensure the delivery of high-quality hatch eggs. You will schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff performance, with authority over personnel actions such as hires and terminations.

The role requires coordinating pullet growth programs, monitoring health and production costs, and ensuring safety standards across teams. Pilgrim’s offers comprehensive benefits and a clear path for professional growth.