Poultry Production Leader – Safety, Quality, & Growth

Versova; Croton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Versova, a leading egg producer, seeks a Production Leader to direct partial to full production operations at a designated site in the United States. You will oversee personnel, animal welfare, flock management, bird scheduling, and movement, while collaborating with specialty teams on projects affecting production goals.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, budgeting, reporting, and adherence to biosecurity and welfare standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in poultry production, specifically in layer operations with 2+ years as a lead/supervisor.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work in various climate conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of poultry husbandry, animal welfare regulations, and biosecurity protocols.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and production management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct hourly staff; foster a culture of safety, compliance, and accountability.
• Oversee bird health, feeding, watering, ventilation, and facility cleanliness.
• Ensure product quality, minimize losses, and meet production targets.
• Coordinate feed deliveries and manage inventory needs.
• Oversee facility and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, EPA, FSMA, animal welfare, and biosecurity standards.
• Assist with budgeting and expense control.
• Communicate issues to management and support required reporting.
• Coordinate bird placement, staffing, and special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Production management software

Job description

Versova, a leading egg producer, seeks a Production Leader to direct partial to full production operations at a designated site in the United States. You will oversee personnel, animal welfare, flock management, bird scheduling, and movement, while collaborating with specialty teams on projects affecting production goals.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, budgeting, reporting, and adherence to biosecurity and welfare standards.