Manager Trainee

POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for assisting in day-to-day operations of the farm in a safe and cost-effective way while training to independently manage a company farm(s).

• Participate in all scheduled training rotations and complete assigned learning objectives within each phase.
• Learn and apply company biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety standards in daily operations.
• Support farm operations by assisting with bird care, feeding, watering, and environmental control.
• Observe and perform hatchery processes including egg handling, incubation, hatching, and poult processing.
• Assist in monitoring flock health, environmental conditions, and performance data.
• Develop leadership and communication skills through collaboration with farm and hatchery staff.
• Observe and perform breeding activities such as egg collection, artificial insemination, and semen collection
• Participate in maintenance, repairs, and facility operations.
• Maintain accurate training documentation and complete performance check-ins.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and respect toward colleagues at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers on a national and international scale by providing quality poults, service, and innovation.  Select Genetics is the leading supplier of poults to growers and companies across the world. 

• Demonstrate basic proficiency in math and computer skills that are necessary;
• Demonstrate the ability to be a self-starter without the need for constant supervision;
• Demonstrate proficiency in written, reading, and verbal communication;
• Demonstrate willingness to help in any area to get the job done and effective time management;
• Work with a variety of tools and equipment;
• Successfully work with live animals;
• Wash and disinfect turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner;
• Run/review activity reports determining the progress and status in attaining objectives, conference with the Service Tech to revise objectives and plans following current conditions.
• Deliver supplies and equipment to various locations as needed;
• Develop alongside Management to lead, train, motivate, and mentor employees on the farm with the objective of building and maintaining a high-performing team to meet or exceed production goals;
• Perform the job duties while constantly moving and using hands, occasionally lifting objects while being exposed to dust, cold, humidity, heat, chemicals, and fumes;
• Present a positive and professional image of the company by exhibiting courtesy and professionalism in everything you do;
• Demonstrate a willingness to work varied schedules where some weekends will be required;
• The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the company’s needs to include other duties as assigned by direct Supervisor.
• If required to drive a company vehicle must pass MVR.
• Have the ability to push, bend, stoop, squat, pull and lift 50lbs or more

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A College Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Does not own or operate around backyard poultry, foul, or swine operations off duty.
• Knowledge and/or experience of animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
• A valid North Carolina Driver’s License and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record if needed.
• Have the ability to push, bend, stoop, squat, pull and lift 50lbs or more
• Ability and willingness to develop and demonstrate a solid understanding of basic business practices;
  • the ability to lead and manage others;
  • the ability to build creative, productive, and cohesive teams;
  • excellent communication skills including verbal, written and listening;
  • the ability to be self-sufficient and able to organize and prioritize work;
  • the ability to work under pressure;
  • the ability to read and interpret relevant technical, industry, government regulations and legislation;
  • the ability to communicate interact, influence, persuade all levels of employees.
• Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills is a plus.