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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:

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How much do poultry production jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for poultry production in the United States is $16.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in poultry production roles, and how are they typically addressed?

Professionals in poultry production often encounter challenges such as maintaining animal health, managing biosecurity, and ensuring high production efficiency. Disease prevention and control require strict adherence to hygiene protocols and timely vaccinations. Additionally, workers must monitor environmental conditions, like temperature and ventilation, to support flock well-being. Effective teamwork and communication with veterinary staff, nutritionists, and farm managers are essential for addressing these challenges and ensuring smooth operations.

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

To excel in poultry production, a solid understanding of animal science, biosecurity, and basic farm management is essential, often supported by a degree or relevant agricultural experience. Familiarity with automated feeding systems, environmental control technologies, and food safety regulations is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure optimal animal health, high productivity, and compliance with industry standards, which are vital for successful poultry operations.

What is poultry production?

Poultry production is the process of raising domesticated birds such as chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese for their meat and eggs. This industry involves breeding, hatching, feeding, housing, and caring for the birds to ensure healthy growth and productivity. Poultry production can be done on a small family farm or in large commercial operations, and it plays a significant role in providing affordable protein sources worldwide. The process also includes managing health, biosecurity, and welfare of the birds to maintain product quality and safety.

What is the difference between Poultry Production vs Poultry Processing Worker?

AspectPoultry ProductionPoultry Processing Worker
Primary RoleRaising and caring for live poultry on farmsProcessing and packaging poultry products in processing plants
Work EnvironmentFarms, outdoor and indoor poultry housesProcessing plants, cold environments
CredentialsBasic farm operation knowledge, sometimes certifications in animal husbandryFood safety training, OSHA safety certifications
Industry UsageFarming, agricultureMeat processing, food manufacturing

While both roles are integral to the poultry industry, poultry production focuses on raising live birds, whereas poultry processing workers handle the processing and packaging of poultry products. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and interests within the poultry industry.

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Infographic showing various Poultry Production job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $34,996 per year, or $16.8 per hour.
Poultry Care Supervisor

Poultry Care Supervisor

Kreher Family Farms

Wolcott, NY • On-site

$22 - $26.40/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 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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