SUPERVISOR – EGG PRODUCTION - JENNIE-O (PERHAM, MN)

To save time applying, Jennie-O does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. A requirement of a position with Jennie-O is to be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

ABOUT JENNIE-O TURKEY STORE INC. – Food that inspires you to live well.

Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc., based in Willmar, Minn., is one of the largest and most beloved turkey brands in the world. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), Jennie-O Turkey Store offers an array of more than 1,500 high quality fresh, frozen, refrigerated and deli turkey products that are distributed throughout the United States and 40 countries worldwide. Jennieo.com

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS – INSPIRED PEOPLE. INSPIRED FOOD.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Effectively lead and support the implementation of principles and philosophies expressed in company documents within your assigned farm.
Assist with the hiring and training of all employees within your assigned farm in direct communication with your Supervisor and within guidelines set forth by company policies. Assure the documented and continued growth of your farm team members. Develop those who have the ability to promote within the farm and the department.
Assist with the management of flocks within your assigned farm in direct communication with your Supervisor and within the guidelines set forth by the Department Production guide to achieve optimum breeder performance.
Assist with the planning and directing of farm work within your assigned farm on a regularly scheduled basis within parameters set forth by corporate and division policies. This includes, but is not limited to, maintaining accurate egg records, mortality, individual flock records pertaining to broody control, night birds, bird handling, time cards, and attendance calendars.
Assist with the management and monitoring of the environmental conditions of the farm’s flocks, seeing that all details necessary for maximizing performance are carried out on a consistent basis.
Know, understand and enforce all sanitation and isolation procedures as set forth by Breeder Division policy, along with all company policies, rules, and/or guidelines.
Responsible to see that your assigned farms and working areas are maintained in a neat and orderly condition. Assure that your farms operation is done in a manner that will enhance public perception of the company within the local community.
Assure that feed is scheduled and ordered in a timely manner with a follow-up on proper delivery.
Monitor labor schedules to assure budgeted labor cost per fertile egg is achieved within your assigned farm for each fiscal year while maintaining quality, safety, and yield objectives.
Monitor and assure the implementation of all department maintenance programs designed to maintain all facilities and equipment within your assigned farm.
Assist the Department Manager in developing and executing profit plans and capital expenditure plans on an annual basis, while being knowledgeable of resources needed for performance and setting objectives for improvement.
Assure the completion of all breeder service jobs necessary for proper performance of breeder flocks. Service jobs include: inseminations, blood testing, selecting, vaccinating, loading, live bird transfers, and miscellaneous non-bird breeder farm activities.
Assure that all employees are kept informed and involved in department activities and problem solving through a regular schedule of employee meetings, salaried meetings, and participation in problem solving teams.
Manage facilities, flocks, and bird handling activities in a manner consistent with established animal welfare guidelines. Give input and guidance to improve animal handling and care processes.
Through leadership, development of competencies, training, and effective role modeling, personally embrace our Cultural Beliefs to create experiences, beliefs, and actions that will drive our key results.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements:

Two years in a leadership role or relevant work experience in the agricultural industry
A valid driver’s license with good vehicle operating record required.
Employee development, training, and evaluation along with discipline, responsibility, and motivation.
A forward thinking attitude and strong organizational skills.
Strong problem solving skills and decision-making ability.
Strong interpersonal skills and well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to accept challenge and deal positively with adversity.
A pattern of initiative and leadership.
Able to meet Biosecurity program including wearing eye and respiratory equipment on an occasional basis.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred

At least three years supervisory experience.
A degree in animal husbandry or an agricultural related field.

LOCATION: Perham, MN

BENEFITS: Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus target incentive, discretionary annual merit increase, annual performance review, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, paid personal time off, FREE two-year community or technical college tuition for children of employees, relocation assistance and more. On-the-job training, certifications and opportunities to expand skill sets.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $58,000- $82,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Jennie-O Turkey Store Inc, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.