Live Production Manager ($153,625-$204,825)

The Live Production Manager is responsible for managing the chicken live operations of company owned and contract farms. This position will set the overview strategic vision for Live Production operations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:Directs and coordinates the efforts of the live operations, including breeder production, broiler production, hatcheries, feed mills, live haul and nutrition to produce least-cost live broilers at the desired quantity and quality to meet broiler requirements of the organization. Birds consist of NAE with variable bird weights being produced.Responsible for establishing hatchery and breeder/broiler management programs and procedures to ensure overall production meets Complex and Division volume and cost objectives.Responsible for management of the commodity division operations to include roller mills, fertilizer plants, and the fats and oils facility.Direct and head Animal Welfare initiatives.Maintain excellent communications within department and within the organization with a strong focus of partnership with the Plant Managers within the organization.Directs the Safety initiatives and goals for the division.Key participant with Chicken Business Group in the total planning process including capital requirements.