Director of Live Operations

Allen Harim Foods; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 143,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Director of Live Operations to oversee daily poultry operations in Seaford, DE. The successful candidate will ensure optimal animal welfare while managing production efficiency. Responsibilities include leading a team, monitoring health and performance metrics, and working with various departments to enhance operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and extensive experience in poultry management, along with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in poultry production and operations management.
• Previous leadership experience is essential.
• Excellent working knowledge of computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of poultry farms.
• Ensure the health and welfare of poultry.
• Lead and manage a team of operations professionals.
• Monitor performance of live operations and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage and resolve issues in live operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends.

Skills

Microsoft Office skills (Excel focus)

Leadership and management skills

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of poultry production processes

Organization skills

Team building skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Overview

The Director of Live Operations is responsible for the daily operations of live poultry, ensuring optimal animal welfare, productivity, and efficiency. The team member will work closely with various departments to maintain the highest standards of production and compliance with industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support Allen Harim’s Vision, Mission and Values.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of poultry farms, including hatcheries and grow-out farms.
• Ensure the health and welfare of poultry.
• Monitor production metrics such as feed conversion ratios, growth rates, and mortality rates.
• Lead and manage a team of operations professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Work closely with other departments such as feedmill operations, logistics, and sales to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor performance of live operations and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance efficiency within the department.
• Manage and resolve any issues or crises that arise in live operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and issues.
• Manage the budget for live operations, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in poultry production and operations management.
• Previous leadership experience is essential.
• Excellent working knowledge of computer systems.

Knowledge/Skills

• Microsoft Office skills with an expert focus on Excel.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of poultry production processes, animal health, and biosecurity measures.
• Advanced organization skills.
• Advanced team building and leadership skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Works in both office and farm environments and requires flexibility to address issues outside regular business hours. Uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machine.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location

Salisbury, MD

Salary Range

$143,000.00 - $215,000.00

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