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This position oversees day-to-day operations of the turkey farm. This position is responsible for ... High School diploma or equivalent preferred * Valid Minnesota Driver's License * Experience working ...

Farm Manager

Willmar, MN · On-site

$21.54 - $26.92/hr

This position oversees day-to-day operations of the turkey farm. This position is responsible for ... High School diploma or equivalent preferred * Valid Minnesota Driver's License * Experience working ...

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What is the difference between Farm To School vs School Nutrition Coordinator?

AspectFarm To SchoolSchool Nutrition Coordinator
Primary FocusConnecting local farms with schools to provide fresh, local foodManaging school meal programs and ensuring nutritional standards
Work EnvironmentSchools, farms, community eventsSchool cafeterias, administrative offices
Required CredentialsKnowledge of local agriculture, nutrition basicsFood service management certification, nutrition education

Farm To School professionals focus on sourcing local food and building relationships between farms and schools, while School Nutrition Coordinators oversee meal programs, ensuring compliance with nutrition standards. Both roles support school health but differ in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Farm To School job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Farm Manager

Willmar Poultry Farms

Willmar, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the turkey farm, including flock health, barn maintenance, ventilation, and equipment functioning.

  • Manage, train, motivate, and supervise farm employees to meet or exceed production goals.

  • Perform general farm maintenance, monitor environmental conditions, record operational data, and ensure farm safety and cleanliness.


Job description

Willmar Poultry Farms is seeking a full-time Brood Farm Manager.  An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow out company who grows turkeys for various customers, with farms located in the Willmar, MN area. 
Summary of Core Responsibilities:
This position oversees day-to-day operations of the turkey farm.  This position is responsible for turkey flock health, barn maintenance, ventilation, mechanical systems, and processing flow and timing.
Flock Care & Barn Maintenance
  • Manages day-to-day operations with the goal of keeping the birds healthy
  • Lead, train, motivate, discipline and supervise employees on the Brood Farm with the objective of building and maintaining a high performing unit to meet or exceed production goals.  Ensure the authority and responsibility for each position is defined and understood.
  • Checks the barns multiple times per day for ventilation, temperature, other environmental conditions, mortality, water supply or spills, equipment functioning properly, and litter conditions
  • Records information, such as the mortality, weights, and water consumption, and relays that information to the Serviceman
  • Orders sufficient feed from FSE weekly
  • Assists in barn upkeep such as spreading shavings, ensures equipment is working correctly, repairs machinery at the farm as needed
  • Does the laundry for the farm
  • Answers alarm calls and checks the farm to ensure the farm is in working condition
  • Assist subordinates with duties to keep up production
  • Perform general maintenance on the farm as needed
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment
  • Follow the directives of the Serviceman
  • Responsible for cleaning & disinfecting barn after each flock moves
Regulation
  • Follow and enforce and company policies and procedures related to bio-security, animal welfare, and safety; and all regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate Summary:
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Valid Minnesota Driver’s License
  • Experience working on a brooder farm site preferred
  • Prior experience in animal husbandry and welfare preferred
  • Previous experience leading and managing employees.
  • Experience in operating machinery preferred (i.e. skid steer, tractor, etc.)
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of the turkey industry and government regulations is preferred
  • Knowledge of basic repair work and maintenance preferred
  • Knowledge of barn ventilation systems preferred

Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate and interact with all levels of employees.   Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills preferred.
  • Active listening
  • Organizational and time management
  • Mechanical skills
  • Problem solving
Abilities
  • Ability to service a wide variety of barn systems and machinery.
  • Ability to be self-sufficient
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to follow company policies and procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to lead and manage others, including the ability to build a creative, productive and cohesive team
  • Able to read and interpret relevant technical, industry, and government regulations and legislation
Schedule
  • General working hours: 7:00AM-4:30PM, Monday to Friday
  • This position requires a flexible work schedule, with occasional nights and frequent weekends.
Compensation and Benefits Eligible:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, and company paid life insurance.
Starting wage: $21.54-$26.92
Apply Online or to Further Inquire Contact:
Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager
320-222-9692 | Melissa.Quisberg@Life-Scienceinnovations.com
 

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