Operations Manager

PRIMARY PURPOSE & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

As a key leader, you'll oversee operations in a Tennessee hatchery driving operational excellence, quality, and growth. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll build strong teams, improve systems, and help scale the business.

Core Results:

Leading a well functioning, motivated, and purpose driven team Ensuring the hatchery achieves high hatchability and produces excellent quality birds Cost control and budgeting Ensuring high biosecurity and bird health protocols are followed Streamlining processes and scaling systems Participating as an Executive leader in future growth and company planning

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is an overview of key responsibilities the Operations Manager is expected to fulfill (including estimated percentage of time generally spent on each function): 1. Operations Oversight (45%) a. Administration - Develop and Implement Client "Playbook" Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Biosecurity, safety, quality, and animal welfare procedures and standards Standard Operating Procedures for hatchery operations Daily/weekly/monthly maintenance program Annual budgets Talent Management - Driving high team performance while fostering a strong, values-driven culture Oversee employee onboarding, training, and recognition of excellent performance Review KPI's, identify and solve poor performance Champion the use of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) across the team Guide the implementation of clear processes, standards, and expectations c. Profitable Operations Help create, test, and market new products Communicate to current or potential customers as needed Envision and encourage the creation of better processes Coordinate eggs set and shipping between hatcheries Safety & Compliance 2. Tennessee Hatchery Management (50%) Plan and organize day-to-day operations of the hatchery Implement policies for high hatchability and cost control Hire, train, discipline, and promote employees Monitor and eliminate salmonella Coordinate deliveries of poultry to USPS/FedEx Ensure accurate records of eggs set, candled, transferred, and birds hatched Oversee all hatchery purchasing such as chicks, eggs, and supplies Maximize shipped birds and orders Reduce shipping mistakes and ensure only high quality birds shipped Audit and verify procedures are followed and maintenance is performed Fully utilize EOS 3. Collateral Duties (5%) Support local community Represent the client at industry trainings, meetings, and trade shows Performs other duties as needed in alignment with fulfilling primary purpose and core functions of position.

EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing operations or running a business, preferably in a production, manufacturing, logistics, or agricultural environment.

Key qualifications include:

Minimum 5 years of experience in operations, general management, or business leadership roles with responsibility for team performance, cost control, and process efficiency Demonstrated success in leading teams, developing systems, and achieving measurable performance outcomes Strong understanding of budgeting, KPIs, quality control, and process improvement Experience working in fast-paced, hands-on environments with accountability for daily operations Excellent communication and organizational skills Spanish language skills are desirable but not required

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary plus health coverage for selected individual and their dependants. Bonus opportunity based on year-end financials. Professional development opportunities are available contingent upon funding and approval. You might be a perfect fit if: You love action, ownership, and leading from the front. You bring high standards and expect them from your team. You have the operational mindset to scale a business and the people skills to inspire a crew. You thrive when things are moving fast and you're energized by building systems and solving problems. You're excited about joining a company where your leadership matters and where the work is always growing and evolving.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person