Poultry Farm Lead — Lead & Grow in Biosecure Operations

Aviagen Group; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama is seeking a Farm Lead to direct a small team of farm employees, oversee egg collection, bird health observation, sanitation, and daily barn activities.

You will monitor environment, ensure safety and biosecurity, maintain records, and coordinate with management. This role requires hands-on leadership, reliability, and ability to work with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in poultry or farm environment preferred.
• Ability to lead a small team and manage daily tasks.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays as farm operations require.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day direction for a small group of farm employees.
• Oversee egg collection, handling, and farm duties per procedures.
• Monitor bird health, welfare, and production; report concerns promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness, biosecurity, and records; assist with training.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Job description

Aviagen in Elkmont, Alabama is seeking a Farm Lead to direct a small team of farm employees, oversee egg collection, bird health observation, sanitation, and daily barn activities.

You will monitor environment, ensure safety and biosecurity, maintain records, and coordinate with management. This role requires hands-on leadership, reliability, and ability to work with limited supervision.