ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Poultry Farm Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Kreher Family Farms

Poultry Care Supervisor

Wolcott, NY · On-site

$22 - $26.40/hr

... Manager in matters pertaining to production planning, farm and flock performance, animal health and nutrition management decisions. The Poultry Care Supervisor also needs to have: * Strong ...

Daybreak Foods

Production Manager

Raymond, OH · On-site

Prior poultry farm management or other livestock management experience is preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels.

Daybreak Foods, Inc.

Production Manager

Palmyra, WI · On-site

Prior poultry farm management or other livestock management experience is preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels.

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsPoultry Farm JobsPoultry Farm Manager Jobs

Poultry Farm Manager information

See salary details

$31K

$59.3K

$121.5K

How much do poultry farm manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for poultry farm manager in the United States is $59,286.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Poultry Farm Manager job?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Poultry Farm Manager position, and why are they important?

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.

What does a typical day look like for a Poultry Farm Manager?

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.

More about Poultry Farm Manager jobs
What cities are hiring for Poultry Farm Manager jobs? Cities with the most Poultry Farm Manager job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Poultry Farm jobs? The most popular types of Poultry Farm jobs are:
Who are the top companies hiring for Poultry Farm Manager jobs? The top employers for Poultry Farm Manager jobs are:
What states have the most Poultry Farm Manager jobs? States with the most job openings for Poultry Farm Manager jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Poultry Farm Manager jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Poultry Farm Manager jobs are:
Poultry Farm Manager jobs near you
Infographic showing various Poultry Farm Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,286 per year, or $28.5 per hour.
Poultry Care Supervisor

Poultry Care Supervisor

Kreher Family Farms

Wolcott, NY • On-site

$22 - $26.40/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Poultry Care Supervisor is managing the day-to-day activities of the Poultry Care Attendants (PCA), and leading work functions in the care of the pullets or layers. This includes assisting with bird moves, vaccinations, feeding, and overseeing the general well-being of the layers and/or pullets. This also assisting the Poultry Production Manager in providing the PCAs with effective performance feedback.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable:

The job responsibilities of the Poultry Care Supervisor are:

  • Scheduling and task management for all Poultry Care Attendant direct reports. Approval of time cards.
  • Monitor workers to insure proper handling of the layers and/or pullets at all times.
  • Checkout of poultry housing systems (Feed, Lights, Air, Water, Sanitation, FLAWS) to ensure that all systems are working properly.
  • Ensuring that procedures and processes related to poultry husbandry are being followed at all times.
  • Monitoring animal health, keep current on accepted practices and methods relating to animal health.
  • Lead by example, look for ways to improve practices.
  • Look for opportunities to improve safety and inform Safety Manager of potential hazards.
  • Acts as a team player (supports and encourages co-workers); treats management, co-workers, and employees with respect.
  • Monitor all records for mortality and chore check lists for completion of tasks. Keep paperwork up-to-date. Order supplies as needed.
  • May assist with bird weighing, and moving birds when necessary. Schedule appropriate help for those tasks.
  • Assist in monitoring AEI/PMSI/Pulse control systems.
  • May be responsible for responding to alarms.
  • Assist in working with processing in monitoring/controlling egg flow.
  • Perform other duties as requested.


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

The Poultry Care Supervisor will be an effective communicator, communicating with the Poultry Production Manager, Director of Poultry Management, or the Site Manager in matters pertaining to production planning, farm and flock performance, animal health and nutrition management decisions. The Poultry Care Supervisor also needs to have:

  • Strong organization skills
  • Be comfortable with current technology including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong background in poultry care and animal management
  • Strong knowledge of animal welfare standards and biosecurity
  • General knowledge of the regulations and standards for Safe Quality Foods, OSHA, HAACP, Eggland’s Best, FDA, Animal Care standards, and USDA
  • Uncompromised ethics and integrity
  • Possess a high degree of initiative
  • Demonstrates commitment to continued professional growth and development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of two years of experience in poultry care is required
  • Associate’s Degree in Animal Science, or related field is a plus
  • Two years of relevant leadership experience is preferred


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to

  • Sit, talk, see and hear
  • Stand and walk
  • Lift or move up to 25 pounds
  • Verbally communicate in a concise manner
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and working at a computer monitor
  • Hours may be long and irregular

The physical work environment is a typical farm/agricultural environment with attendant noise level. The employee will often be exposed to:

  • Dust and dirt and odors associated with agricultural farming
  • Excessive noise levels associated with farm machinery


IND3