Production Manager

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For over 80 years, the Jennie-O turkey brand has been helping consumers live well by eating well.
As the category leader, Jennie-O turkey is the trusted brand for quality turkey and a source of expertise.
The company provides a full portfolio of delicious, nutritious turkey proteins and inspiration for everyday meals or special occasions.
Known for our bright green awning evoking the nostalgia of a local farmer stand, our round logo with a touch of yellow and our distinct name from our founders daughter, Jennifer, the Jennie-O turkey brand has the right amount of small-town friendliness paired with leading company expertise and quality.
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Job Responsibilities
1.
Maximize Grow Out Farm productivity and cost control by planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling farm activities to achieve least cost/high quality market birds that meet or exceed customer specifications.
2.
Assist in the development and implementation of both long and short-range objectives and plans for Grow Out areas in conjunction with overall Basic Production Business Unit and corporate strategies and objectives.
3.
Analyze, review and/or provide documentation on farm and flock conditions, variances from closed flock reports, profit plans, capital expenditures, and performance standards
4.
Oversee training of farm personnel to ensure customers are receiving products/services that meet or exceed expectations.
5.
Manage flock health to support turkey brooding and growing operations.
6.
Ensure Grow Out farms compliance with all appropriate company policies, procedures, and programs.
7.
Through leadership, development of competencies, training, and effective role modeling, personally embrace our Cultural Beliefs to create experiences, beliefs, and actions that will drive our key results.
Minimum Qualifications:

Discipline, responsibility, and motivation
A forward thinking attitude and strong organizational skills
Strong problem solving skills and decision-making ability
A pattern of initiative and leadership
Must be able to travel to provide support to farms in covered area
A basic understanding of mechanical systems
Able to meet biosecurity guidelines.
Cannot own or raise any type of pet birds, any variety of wild or domestic poultry or hogs
Valid drivers license/able to work weekends, holidays as scheduled
Accountable
Able to twist/stoop/bend/squat/lift/carry/reach while handling turkeys/equipment/feed
Able to work in a dusty environment with ammonia present in all weather conditions while using respiratory/eye protection

Preferred Qualifications:

A bachelors degree in animal/poultry science or a related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Bilingual English/Spanish
Field work experience in poultry husbandry

Position available:

Looking to fill position with start date in May/June 2025

Location:

Grove City, MN or Southeast MN area - exact location to be determined in Spring 2025

Compensation/Benefits:

Competitive salary
The base pay range for this position $63,000 to $68,000 per year; however, actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills set, level of experience, and specific location.

Relocation Assistance Program to eligible applicants
Benefit package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, PTO, 401K, pension, Profit Sharing program, continuing education and much more.
Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!

To be considered, please submit a resume during the application process.
Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.