Select Genetics

Farm Manager Trainee

Aurora, MO - Full Time

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Are you ready to step into a hands-on management career in agriculture? As a Manager Trainee with Select Genetics, you’ll gain the skills, training, and experience to lead farm operations that make a difference nationwide. If you’re motivated, love working with animals, and want to build a future in farm management, this is your chance to join the industry leader in quality, service, and innovation.
 
Position Purpose

The Manager Trainee position is designed to provide hands-on training and development in farm operations, preparing individuals to step into future leadership roles. This role supports the Farm Manager in day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, animal welfare, and compliance with company standards.

Resposabilities

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.  The Manager Trainee requirements are as follows:
  • Participate in cross-training at various farms and departments (Brood, Grow, Lay, Stud, Maintenance, HR) to gain a full understanding of company operations.
  • Assist with daily farm operations, including animal care, facility sanitation, and equipment use.
  • Wash and disinfect turkey production facilities in a safe, organized manner.
  • Support the Farm Manager in building and maintaining a productive team environment.
Deliver supplies and equipment as needed to various farm locations.
  • Ensure compliance with company biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety standards.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment.
  • Organize and prioritize responsibilities to ensure smooth farm operations.
  • Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting 50+ lbs, bending, squatting, and extended periods of walking or standing.
  • Work varied schedules, including extended days and weekends when required.
  • Exhibit courtesy, professionalism, and a positive image of the company in all interactions.
  • Follow the directives of the Farm Manager and Serviceman.
  • Manage time effectively to complete tasks and responsibilities.
  • Protect company assets and maintain a safe, biosecure work environment.
  • Assist in training and mentoring employees to achieve production goals.
  • Review and monitor progress against objectives; adjust plans as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
  • Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s in a related field preferred).
  • Knowledge and/or experience in animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
  • Valid Missouri Driver’s License with acceptable driving record (if driving company vehicles).
  • Must not own or operate backyard poultry, fowl, or swine operations off duty (biosecurity requirement).
  • Basic math skills; computer literacy preferred.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and listening).
  • Ability to lead, train, and motivate team members.
  • Self-starter with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Physically able to work in varied conditions (heat, cold, dust, humidity, chemicals).
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills a plus.
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