Live Haul Operations Lead – Scheduling & Safety

Wayne Farms LLC; Lindale (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a supervisor to oversee catch operations, scheduling of drivers and loads to meet production needs, and management of truck shop operations. The role requires coordinating with contractors and ensuring timely, accurate reporting to accounting.

The candidate should have at least a high school diploma (plus poultry experience) or an appropriate degree in Poultry or Agricultural Science, and preferably a CDL.

Qualifications

• Solid foundational poultry science knowledge.
• Highly effective interpersonal communication skills.
• High work capacity, dependable, results oriented and strong sense of urgency.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of math functions and skills.
• Solid organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Wayne Farms and contracted catching crew laborers.
• Assist with preparation of daily catch and plant receiving schedules.
• Coordinate and communicate schedules to drivers and contractors.
• Project weight of product on farms.
• Supervise truck drivers, weigh masters and truck shop personnel.
• Compile, balance and submit daily and weekly reports to Accounting.
• Communicate feed withdrawal and catch times to producers and crew catchers.
• Supervise and monitor time and attendance of personnel.
• Maintain fuel inventory and holding shed maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to safety program, as well as DOT and D7I complainace.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with employees and customers.
• Supervise and participate in employee development, and administer disciplinary action.
• Oversee and monitor sanitation and disinfection of breeder houses.
• Ensure all USDA and animal welfare guidelines are enforced and adhered to.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry science knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Urgency and drive

Math skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years poultry experience

Associate’s Degree in Poultry Science / Agricultural Science or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry Science / Agricultural Science or related field

Job description

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a supervisor to oversee catch operations, scheduling of drivers and loads to meet production needs, and management of truck shop operations. The role requires coordinating with contractors and ensuring timely, accurate reporting to accounting.

The candidate should have at least a high school diploma (plus poultry experience) or an appropriate degree in Poultry or Agricultural Science, and preferably a CDL.