Poultry Farm Operations Leader

Aviagen; Lewisburg (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

EAP

Teladoc

Short-/Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking an experienced, hands-on Farm Supervisor to support the Lay Farm Manager across multiple poultry farms. You will learn from the outgoing supervisor during a transition period, assess farm needs, and provide practical leadership and direction to staff.

This role requires calm, decisive problem-solving and a focus on safety, welfare, and efficient operations. You will help develop employees, coordinate resources, and respond to emergencies while promoting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, or related field, or at least five years of poultry experience.
• Experience with poultry breeder operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of poultry care, vaccination, sanitation, biosecurity, and farm operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, efficient poultry farm operations alongside Lay Farm Manager.
• Learn established practices during transition by working with outgoing supervisor.
• Monitor conditions across multiple farms and respond to changing needs.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to employees to build capable teams.
• Assign duties, set expectations, and ensure safe, correct execution of tasks.
• Identify training gaps and help staff develop necessary skills.
• Assist with breeder operations, vaccinations, cleanouts, sanitation, and biosecurity.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on staffing, supplies, and production.
• Communicate needs and suggested solutions to the Lay Farm Manager.
• Be on-call for farm emergencies and support other farms when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Travel between farms

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Poultry Science/Animal Science/Agricultural Business

Job description

Aviagen Turkeys Inc. is seeking an experienced, hands-on Farm Supervisor to support the Lay Farm Manager across multiple poultry farms. You will learn from the outgoing supervisor during a transition period, assess farm needs, and provide practical leadership and direction to staff.

This role requires calm, decisive problem-solving and a focus on safety, welfare, and efficient operations. You will help develop employees, coordinate resources, and respond to emergencies while promoting