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Support the Farm Manager with supervision and training of hourly employees * Effectively ... We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail ...

Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required. * Assist customers with ... Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred. Must be 18 years of age ...

Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required. * Assist customers with ... Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred. Must be 18 years of age ...

Processing Maintenance Manager Job Type: Full-Time Compensation: $25+ or DOE Job Summary As an ... Maintenance experience in the food, poultry or agriculture industry a plus * Experience with safety ...

Senior Manager - Fertilizer Compensation: $21+DOE Job Summary As an Industrial Technician I, you ... Maintenance experience in the food, poultry or agriculture industry a plus * Experience with safety ...

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant ... Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required. * Operate Forklift and ...

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant ... Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required. * Operate Forklift and ...

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How much do poultry farm manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for poultry farm manager in Colorado is $62,341.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,600.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a poultry farm manager?

A Poultry Farm Manager oversees the daily operations of a poultry farm, ensuring the health, growth, and production of poultry for meat or egg production. They manage staff, monitor feed and nutrition, maintain biosecurity measures, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Responsibilities also include maintaining farm equipment, managing budgets, and optimizing productivity. The role requires knowledge of animal care, business management, and agricultural best practices to ensure efficient farm operations.

What does a poultry farm manager do?

A typical day for a Poultry Farm Manager involves overseeing flock health, supervising feeding and cleaning routines, monitoring egg production or poultry growth, and ensuring equipment is operating efficiently. You will spend time both in the chicken houses and in the office, managing staff schedules, maintaining farm records, and coordinating supply deliveries. Regular communication with veterinarians, suppliers, and upper management is common. This dynamic role requires quick decision-making and adaptability to effectively address any challenges that arise on the farm.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a poultry farm manager?

A Poultry Farm Manager should have a solid understanding of animal husbandry, farm operations, and biosecurity practices, typically supported by experience in agriculture or a related degree. Familiarity with automated feeding systems, climate control technology, and knowledge of regulatory requirements such as HACCP or animal welfare certifications is important. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help manage teams and coordinate farm activities. These abilities ensure the health and productivity of poultry flocks, regulatory compliance, and efficient facility operations.

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Infographic showing various Poultry Farm Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $62,341 per year, or $30 per hour.

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

Las Animas, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Description
Position at JBS USA
Principle Responsibilities:   
  • Support the Farm Manager with supervision and training of hourly employees
  • Effectively communicate expectations and job responsibilities to farm staff
  • Be willing and able to perform all jobs associated with sow production
  • Develop daily and weekly work schedules
  • Coordinating the activity of department lead personnel
  • Monitor the appearance of buildings and grounds are neat, clean and orderly at all times.
  • Oversee implementation and maintenance of breeding programs in accordance with the company's breeding processes and procedures.
  • Oversee performance of regular breeder checks to determine status of new litters and breeder productivity, ensuring that the breeding colonies are producing appropriately to include animal numbers and adequate litters.
  • Manage animal nutrition, including feeding and watering animals, and cleaning and disinfecting pens, enclosures, and yards. 
  • Direct examination animals to detect symptoms of illness or injury.  Treat minor injuries and ailments and contact veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.
  • Supervise injection of vaccines.
  • Direct the selection of animals to be bred and semen specimens to be used, according to knowledge of animals, genealogies, traits, and desired offspring characteristics.
  • Ensure accurate recording of animal characteristics such as weights, growth patterns, and diets.
  • Direct packaging and labeling of semen to be used for artificial insemination, ensuring recording of information is accurate.
  • Oversee preparation of containers of semen and storage or shipment.
  • Inspect maintenance of logs of semen specimens used and animals bred.
  • Oversee measurement of specified amounts of semen into calibrated syringes.
  • Supervise injection of prepared animal semen into female animals for breeding purposes.
  • Direct adjustment of controls to maintain specific building temperatures required for animals' health and safety.
  • Examine semen microscopically to assess and record density and motility of gametes, and dilute semen with prescribed diluents, according to formulas.
  • Oversee, tattooing or tagging of animals to allow animal identification.
 
           
Required Qualifications:
    4 year college degree or equivalent experience 
  • 3+ years complete sow production experience
  • Strong communication and listening skill
  • Understanding of computer systems
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a team
  • Be a team oriented, self-motivated and positive individual with strong work ethic 
  • Ability to efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
  • Familiarity with Bio-Security and swine production 
  • Proven safety track and awareness 
  • Resume required
           
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish
 
Travel: Occasional travel required
 

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits: 
  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment. 
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays. 
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule. 
This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled. 
 
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. 
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year. 
  
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members. 
  
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity 
 
EOE, including disability/vets