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Perdue Farms

Breeder Manager

Brownsville, KY

As the Breeder Manager, you will lead, train, and coach the Breeder team while owning budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, and health & safety initiatives to meet and exceed company ...

Privett

Breeder Service Technician - NM

Portales, NM · On-site

Breeder Service Technician - NM Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Department: Pullet Farm Reports to: Breed Operations Manager - NM Location: Portales, New Mexico About Us At Hoovers Hatchery, we dont ...

Perdue Farms

Breeder Manager

Brownsville, KY

As the Breeder Manager, you will lead, train, and coach the Breeder team while owning budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, and health & safety initiatives to meet and exceed company ...

jbs

Breeder Crew Team Member - Days

Arcadia, WI · On-site

$22.53/hr

Pilgrim's wants YOU to join our TEAM as a Breeder Crew Team Member in our Breeder Department! This position starts at $22.53/hour. Benefits include: * 80 hours of Vacation, after 60 days of ...

Perdue Farms

Breeder Manager

Brownsville, KY · On-site

As the Breeder Manager, you will lead, train, and coach the Breeder team while owning budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, and health & safety initiatives to meet and exceed company ...

Perdue Farms

Breeder Manager

Brownsville, KY · On-site

As the Breeder Manager, you will lead, train, and coach the Breeder team while owning budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, and health & safety initiatives to meet and exceed company ...

Koch Foods

Assistant Breeder Manager

Anniston, AL · On-site

* Assist in directing all aspects of breeder operations. * Lead team ensuring proper methods & techniques are employed to obtain optimum health and performance of breeder flocks. * Assist in training ...

Pilgrim's

Breeder Service Technician

Staley, NC · On-site

$83K/yr

Breeder Service Technician At Pilgrim's,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. The Breeder Service Technician is responsible for supporting and ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$110/hr

The Plant Breeder will lead breeding strategy for assigned crops, make advancement decisions, and ensure new varieties are differentiated, and market relevant. Based at Guadalupe, California, the ...

Ball Horticultural Company

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

The Plant Breeder will lead breeding strategy for assigned crops, make advancement decisions, and ensure new varieties are differentiated, and market relevant. Based at Guadalupe, California, the ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$110/hr

The Plant Breeder will lead breeding strategy for assigned crops, make advancement decisions, and ensure new varieties are differentiated, and market relevant. Based at Guadalupe, California, the ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$110/hr

The Plant Breeder will lead breeding strategy for assigned crops, make advancement decisions, and ensure new varieties are differentiated, and market relevant. Based at Guadalupe, California, the ...

JBS USA

Breeder Service Technician

Staley, NC · On-site

$83K/yr

The Breeder Service Technician is responsible for supporting and monitoring breeder flock health, welfare, and productivity to ensure compliance with Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) animal care and ...

Koch Foods

Assistant Breeder Manager

Anniston, AL

Shift 1st Shift Description * Assist in directing all aspects of breeder operations. * Lead team ensuring proper methods & techniques are employed to obtain optimum health and performance of breeder ...

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Breeder Manager

Breeder Manager

Perdue Farms

Brownsville, KY

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Posted 10 days ago

Perdue Farms rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

260th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive top-tier animal care, operational excellence, and team performance across our breeder operations. As the Breeder Manager, you will lead, train, and coach the Breeder team while owning budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, and health & safety initiatives to meet and exceed company goals. You'll partner closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to optimize breeding outcomes, ensure compliance, and continuously improve processes. This role is perfect for a hands-on, people-first leader who thrives on developing teams, driving measurable results, and delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, coaching and development to all personnel in the Breeder Dept. and direct their activities to meet the goals and requirements of the department.
  • Take all necessary actions to provide a safe work environment for all associates.
  • Communicate effectively with peers, producers, senior mgmt., subordinates, and non-company personnel to ensure performance and resolution of problems.
  • Monitor performance reports and develop budgets to utilize as management tools to evaluate trends and take appropriate management action to ensure maximum performance consistent with company goals and philosophy.
  • Coordinate all production activities including but not limited to chick placements, feed deliveries, vaccinations, pullet movements, blood testing, flock supervision and clerical accounting.
  • Supply hatching eggs to the hatcheries, which meet the specific requirements as described in the breeder-hatchery customer/supplier agreement.
  • Maintain productive relationships with 35 contract breeder producers.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's/Associate's degree.
  • 1-3 years of live production experience.
  •  2-4 years of supervisory experience.

 

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in an Agricultural related field.
  • Prior supervisory experience in poultry operations.
  • 3 years of heavy breeder husbandry experience.

 

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

  • Ability to travel to farms up to 1200 miles per week and travel throughout poultry facilities up to 660' long.
  • Exposed to all weather conditions as well as significant amounts of airborne dust, feathers, humidity up to 100%, and ammonia up to 200ppm.
  • Exposed to various chemicals, vaccines, and drugs to be covered in MSDS and Hazardous Communications Training.
  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. with a significant amount of bending, twisting, and stooping.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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