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Kreher Family Farms

Poultry Care Supervisor

Wolcott, NY · On-site

$22 - $26.40/hr

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:

Chewy

Category Manager, Poultry

Bellevue, WA

$110K - $176K/yr

Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken business, one of Chewy's fastest-growing categories over the last three years and a strategic growth area within our broader ...

Chewy

Category Manager, Poultry

Plantation, FL

$110K - $176K/yr

Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken business, one of Chewy's fastest-growing categories over the last three years and a strategic growth area within our broader ...

Chewy

Category Manager, Poultry

Boston, MA · On-site

$110K - $176K/yr

Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken business, one of Chewy's fastest-growing categories over the last three years and a strategic growth area within our broader ...

Chewy

Category Manager, Poultry

Boston, MA

$110K - $176K/yr

Chewy is seeking a Category Manager to lead our Poultry / Backyard Chicken business, one of Chewy's fastest-growing categories over the last three years and a strategic growth area within our broader ...

Aviagen Group

Poultry Specialist

Madisonville, KY · On-site

This position will report to Assistant Production Manager. Supervising all aspects of contract ... BS in Poultry Science or related fieldBasic computer skillsAbility to calculate feed, manage and ...

Koch Foods

Poultry Hatchery Supervisor

Dalton, GA · On-site

Coordinate with management regarding equipment and supply needs, and production and research ... Bachelor Degree in Poultry or Animal Science, or other closely related field of study preferred.

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As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for poultry manager in the United States is $28.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $34.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Poultry Manager job?

A Poultry Manager oversees the daily operations of a poultry farm, ensuring the health, productivity, and welfare of birds. Responsibilities include managing staff, maintaining biosecurity, monitoring feed and nutrition, and optimizing production efficiency. They also ensure compliance with industry regulations and health standards. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and agricultural knowledge are essential for success in this role.

What are the common challenges a Poultry Manager faces on the job?

Poultry Managers often face challenges such as maintaining strict biosecurity to prevent disease outbreaks, managing fluctuating production demands, and ensuring animal welfare in changing environmental conditions. Additionally, adapting to new technologies and regulatory requirements while overseeing a diverse team requires strong organizational and leadership skills. Effective problem-solving and the ability to respond quickly to unexpected issues, like equipment malfunctions or weather-related disruptions, are also important. Overcoming these challenges is key to keeping operations productive and both animals and staff safe.

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

To thrive as a Poultry Manager, you need a solid background in animal science or agriculture, experience in poultry farm operations, and an understanding of biosecurity protocols. Familiarity with automated feeding and climate control systems, inventory software, and certifications such as HACCP or NPIP are often important. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are essential for managing staff and maintaining animal welfare standards. These skills enable efficient farm operations, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality poultry products.

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Poultry Care Supervisor

Poultry Care Supervisor

Kreher Family Farms

Wolcott, NY • On-site

$22 - $26.40/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 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


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