Production Manager- Live Operations

Our client, a leading poultry production organization is seeking a Production Manager- Live Operations to join their team. As a Production Manager- Live Operations, you will be part of the Live Operations team supporting Feed, Hatchery, and Grow-Out Operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to build trusted partnerships across teams and contract growers, which will align successfully in the organization.

Location:Salisbury, Maryland

Pay Range:$140000 - $160000

What's the Job?

• Lead and coordinate live production functions across Feed, Hatchery, and Grow-Out Operations to achieve production, quality, animal welfare, and financial goals.
• Develop and execute operational strategies, set performance expectations, and establish accountability measures across all live production areas.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, productivity, and cost reduction while maintaining performance and quality standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Technical Services, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, and Hatchery operations) to ensure biosecurity, regulatory compliance, and exceptional animal welfare.
• Oversee farm management and live supply planning, monitor performance metrics, and implement corrective actions to improve feed conversion, hatchability, livability, growth rates, and processing yields.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Business, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive poultry production leadership experience, including support for Feed, Hatchery, and Grow-Out Operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple teams, locations, and contract grower operations.
• Strong knowledge of poultry production systems, animal health, nutrition, and welfare programs, including sanitation and biosecurity requirements.
• Ability to travel frequently, work flexible hours, and respond to operational emergencies as needed; must be medically cleared to wear a respirator in accordance with OSHA standards (annual influenza vaccination required per CDC guidance; exemptions may be considered in accordance with applicable laws).

What's in it for me?

• Personal company vehicle provided for this role, with personal use allowed within Perdue Policy Guidelines.
• Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
• Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year.
• Paid time off.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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