Jennie-O Turkey Store - Chippewa Assistant Farm Manager - Chippewa Finish Farm

Weekly pay rate: $863 - $1209, based on experience

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist farm manager in the care of turkeys from age move to market

2. Includes responsibilities such as general repairs and maintenance

3. Daily and weekly preparation and scheduling

4. Implementation and execution of daily chores

5. Ability to follow sanitation policies as prescribed by company directives

6. Will be held responsible for flock performance

7. Assist in the supervision of employees sent to the farm

8. Ability to work scheduled weekends or holidays

9. Take flock health samples

Minimum Qualifications

* Cannot own or raise any type of fowl (i.e. turkeys, chickens, geese, pheasants, parakeets, Hogs etc.)

* Able to meet all Grow Out sanitation requirements

* Basic mechanical skills/brood facility care of poults up to 7 weeks

* Able to work scheduled weekends or holidays

* Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record

* PHYSICAL: Able to work in dusty environment with ammonia present in all weather conditions

* Able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, lift, carry, reach-handling turkeys, equip, feed, litter >50# from occasionally to frequent basis

* Ability to use respiratory protection

Preferred Qualifications

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Previous turkey experience and/or a farm background (2 years)

* Possess good communications and supervisory skills based on experience or training

Response Process

What you will receive

- Competitive pay
- Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program
- FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)
- Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
- Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
- Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management
- Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

This position has a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.

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

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/