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Poultry Production Manager Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Mountaire Farms

Black Label Supervisor

Millsboro, DE · On-site

Follows and enforces all SOPs and Good Production Practices (GPPs) specific to Black Label ... Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred. * 3+ ...

Simos

Production Associates

Harbeson, DE · On-site

$15.50 - $15.70/hr

Description Staff Management | SMX is hiring Production Processing Associates to work with our client in Harbeson, DE. Production Processing Associates work in a fast-paced poultry processing ...

Perdue Farms

Flock Advisor

Georgetown, DE

Maintain route compliance with poultry welfare, food safety and environmental "Best Management ... May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. * May be exposed to noise ranges of ...

Perdue Farms

Flock Advisor

Georgetown, DE

Maintain route compliance with poultry welfare, food safety and environmental "Best Management ... May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 ...

Perdue Farms

Flock Advisor

Georgetown, DE

Maintain route compliance with poultry welfare, food safety and environmental "Best Management ... May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. * May be exposed to noise ranges of ...

Perdue Farms

Flock Advisor

Georgetown, DE · On-site

Maintain route compliance with poultry welfare, food safety and environmental "Best Management ... May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. * May be exposed to noise ranges of ...

Touch of Italy

Pizza

Lewes, DE

Cook and prepare pizzas and a variety of other food products including meats, poultry, vegetables ... Responsibilities:- Hand stretching the dough.- Topping the pizza and filling calzones.- Manage ...

Touch of Italy

Pizza

Rehoboth Beach, DE · On-site

Cook and prepare pizzas and a variety of other food products including meats, poultry, vegetables ... Responsibilities:- Hand stretching the dough.- Topping the pizza and filling calzones.- Manage ...

Mountaire Corporation

Cone Debone Supervisor

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Following product quality and packaging specifications, executing plans to address defects and ... Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Operations Management and/or Business. * 3+ years ...

Mountaire Farms

Cone Debone Supervisor

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Following product quality and packaging specifications, executing plans to address defects and ... Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Operations Management and/or Business. * 3+ years ...

Mountaire Farms

Cone Debone Supervisor

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Following product quality and packaging specifications, executing plans to address defects and ... Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Operations Management and/or Business. * 3+ years ...

Mountaire Farms

Cone Debone Supervisor

Millsboro, DE · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Following product quality and packaging specifications, executing plans to address defects and ... Bachelor's degree preferred in Agriculture, Operations Management and/or Business. * 3+ years ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Poultry Production Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Poultry Production Manager, you need expertise in animal husbandry, production management, and a relevant degree in agriculture or animal science. Familiarity with automated feeding systems, biosecurity protocols, data analysis tools, and certifications such as HACCP are commonly required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you manage teams and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. These competencies are crucial for maximizing productivity, maintaining animal welfare, and achieving operational efficiency in poultry operations.

What are some common challenges faced by Poultry Production Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Poultry Production Managers often face challenges such as maintaining animal health, meeting production targets, and ensuring compliance with safety and biosecurity protocols. Managing a team and coordinating schedules during peak production periods can also be demanding. Staying updated on the latest industry practices and investing in staff training can help address these challenges. Proactive communication with veterinarians, suppliers, and regulatory authorities is also essential to maintain smooth operations and avoid costly disruptions.

What does a Poultry Production Manager do?

A Poultry Production Manager oversees all aspects of poultry farm operations, including managing staff, ensuring animal welfare, monitoring production targets, and maintaining biosecurity standards. They are responsible for the health and productivity of the birds, coordinating feeding, breeding, and disease control programs. Additionally, they handle budgeting, compliance with regulations, and often work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure high-quality production.
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Cone Debone Supervisor-Millsboro, Delaware, Full Time, (MK)

Cone Debone Supervisor-Millsboro, Delaware, Full Time, (MK)

Central Business Solutions

Millsboro, DE • On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time, Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

JobDescription
Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Job Category: Manufacturing - Production
We are actively seeking strong frontline supervisors from poultry, meat, food manufacturing, or other highvolume production environments. Candidates must have handson leadership experience managing hourly teams in a fastpaced setting.
Primary Purpose
The Cone Debone Supervisor leads daily production operations to ensure products are processed safely, efficiently, and to quality specifications. This role exists to align people, processes, and resources so the department consistently meets production goals, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. The supervisor provides handson leadership, drives performance, and maintains a strong focus on food safety, staffing, and workflow execution.
Major Duties & Responsibilities (100%)
  • Production Leadership - Ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and the department is staffed appropriately each day. Maintain compliance with all SOPs and Good Production Practices. (40%)
  • Quality & Food Safety Oversight - Monitor product quality, packaging standards, and process controls. Address defects, implement corrective actions, and uphold HACCP and USDA regulatory requirements. (30%)
  • Performance Metrics Management - Achieve key operational KPIs including BMPH, Cost/lb., PPMH, and AGrade %. Identify opportunities for improvement and drive results. (20%)
  • People & Compliance Administration - Enforce HR and safety policies, manage timekeeping and timeoff requests in Kronos/Oracle HCM, and ensure timely completion of all required training. (10%)

Qualifications
Required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of supervisory experience in a fastpaced, laborintensive environment (poultry or meat manufacturing strongly preferred, but open to food production, distribution, manufacturing, or similar industries).
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, correct, and motivate teams.
  • Ability to work in a cold, wet, productionfloor environment.

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
  • Prior experience in poultry, meat, or food manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of HACCP, USDA regulations, sanitation standards, and preop inspection processes.

Skills & Competencies
  • Strong communication skills for interacting with hourly associates, peers, and leadership.
  • Ability to analyze production data and make realtime decisions.
  • Proficiency with basic computer systems; experience with Kronos and Oracle HCM is a plus.
  • Ability to work Night Shift and maintain reliable attendance.

Travel & Schedule
  • Minimal travel; primarily onsite.
  • Fulltime Night Shift role.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
HandsOn Leadership
Process Optimization
Food Safety & Compliance Oversight
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No
Compensation
Base Salary - USD $60,000 to $70,000
*** Never repost ***
Full-time
Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Yes
Commission Compensation - No
Bonus Eligible - No
Overtime Eligible - No
Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes
Candidate Details
1+ to 2 years experience
Seniority Level - Associate
Management Experience Required - Yes
Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent
Willingness to Travel - Never
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a handson frontline leader with experience supervising teams in a fastpaced production environment. They bring a strong understanding of food manufacturing, poultry, meat processing, or similar highvolume operations, and are confident managing staffing, workflow, and daily performance metrics. They excel at coaching hourly associates, maintaining quality and food safety standards, and making realtime decisions on the production floor. This person thrives in a structured environment, communicates clearly, and consistently drives results through teamwork, accountability, and process discipline
Why we're a great company
Mountaire Farms is a familyowned, fastgrowing poultry and food production company and one of the largest employers on the East Coast. We operate with a strong focus on people leadership, safety, quality, and operational excellence, supplying highquality products to customers across the country. Our plants run highvolume, fastpaced operations where teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement are core to our success. We invest heavily in training, development, and internal growth, creating real opportunities for supervisors and future leaders to advance their careers. Candidates who thrive in structured environments, enjoy leading teams, and want longterm stability will find Mountaire a strong fit.

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