Senior Manager, Live Production

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Live Production Manager Department: Live Production: Location: Thompson, IA: Reports To: Business Unit Leader: Salary: Job Summary The Senior Live Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of layer production operations at a designated site. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production while maintaining compliance with animal welfare, biosecurity, and environmental standards. The manager will lead production teams, drive operational improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional departments to optimize flock performance and production efficiency. Essential Job Functions: - Lead and motivate employees to achieve corporate and production goals. - Provide direction and development to production managers, leaders, and supervisors. - Oversee daily flock management, including feeding schedules, water availability, ventilation, and overall bird welfare. - Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity of layer houses, including proper mortality disposal and pest control programs. - Coordinate maintenance and repairs of layer facilities and equipment. - Ensure optimal feed delivery and formulation by collaborating with the feed mill team. - Mo...