Farm Manager
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Willmar Poultry Farms
is seeking a full-time
Farm Manager . An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow‑out company who grows turkeys for various customers, with farms located in the Olivia, MN and Redwood Falls, MN areas.
Summary of Core Responsibilities This position oversees day‑to‑day operations of the turkey farm. The Farm Manager is responsible for turkey flock health, barn maintenance, ventilation, mechanical systems, and processing flow and timing.
Flock Care
Manages day‑to‑day operations with the goal of keeping the turkey flock healthy until they fully mature.
Ensures feed and water systems are working properly.
Records a variety of data including vaccinations and medications, mortality, water treatment, rodent activity, and traffic flow of people.
Manages and orders feed for barns.
Checks the barn multiple times per day for any dead birds, properly disposing of birds that have died and euthanizing birds beyond recovery as needed.
Responds to all alarm calls for barns 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Farm and Barn Maintenance
Performs maintenance of barn equipment, mechanical systems, and machine equipment.
Manages ventilation in the barns to support a safe environment for turkeys.
Regulation
Enforces company policies and procedures related to biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety, as well as all regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate Summary
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
Willing to work in animal production conditions and handle live birds; prior experience of 6 months minimum in animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
Capable of bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Adheres to biosecurity and animal welfare policies.
Self‑starter.
Leadership or supervisory experience.
Ability to make sound business decisions and work independently.
Comfortable using technology.
Positive attitude.
Must have personal transportation to reach barn locations.
Compensation and Benefits Eligible We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, and company‑paid life insurance. Starting wage: $21.07–$26.34.
Apply Online or Further Inquire Contact Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager 320‑222‑9692 | Melissa.Quisberg@Life-Scienceinnovations.com
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is seeking a full-time
Farm Manager . An Affiliate of Life-Science Innovations, Willmar Poultry Farms is a commercial grow‑out company who grows turkeys for various customers, with farms located in the Olivia, MN and Redwood Falls, MN areas.
Summary of Core Responsibilities This position oversees day‑to‑day operations of the turkey farm. The Farm Manager is responsible for turkey flock health, barn maintenance, ventilation, mechanical systems, and processing flow and timing.
Flock Care
Manages day‑to‑day operations with the goal of keeping the turkey flock healthy until they fully mature.
Ensures feed and water systems are working properly.
Records a variety of data including vaccinations and medications, mortality, water treatment, rodent activity, and traffic flow of people.
Manages and orders feed for barns.
Checks the barn multiple times per day for any dead birds, properly disposing of birds that have died and euthanizing birds beyond recovery as needed.
Responds to all alarm calls for barns 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Farm and Barn Maintenance
Performs maintenance of barn equipment, mechanical systems, and machine equipment.
Manages ventilation in the barns to support a safe environment for turkeys.
Regulation
Enforces company policies and procedures related to biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety, as well as all regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate Summary
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
Willing to work in animal production conditions and handle live birds; prior experience of 6 months minimum in animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
Capable of bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Adheres to biosecurity and animal welfare policies.
Self‑starter.
Leadership or supervisory experience.
Ability to make sound business decisions and work independently.
Comfortable using technology.
Positive attitude.
Must have personal transportation to reach barn locations.
Compensation and Benefits Eligible We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, and company‑paid life insurance. Starting wage: $21.07–$26.34.
Apply Online or Further Inquire Contact Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager 320‑222‑9692 | Melissa.Quisberg@Life-Scienceinnovations.com
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