Daybreak Foods, Inc.
Director of Operations - OH & MI live poultry farms
Daybreak Foods, Inc., Lansing, Michigan, United States
Overview
Director of Operations - OH & MI live poultry farms. A Director of Operations at Daybreak Farms would be responsible for overseeing and directing multiple farms within a region to ensure all production, processing, and maintenance operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role requires a strong background in poultry/egg production, strategic leadership, and operational excellence. Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and regulate the production of eggs and related activities, including feed mill operations, layer management, and shell egg processing. Implement and direct strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Ensure optimal bird health, egg quality, production output and customer satisfaction across all facilities within the region. Collaborate with Operations Support for flock scheduling, feed supply, grading, and packaging processes. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and procurement teams to align supply with demand and ensure compliance with company, industry and federal regulations. Uphold compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies; implement best practices in biosecurity, animal welfare, and sustainability. Prepare for audits, certifications, and customer compliance programs. Manage and prepare operational budgets, forecasts, and cost controls for all locations. Drive capital projects including facility upgrades, automation, and technology integration. Analyze KPIs and production metrics to guide decision-making. Lead, mentor, and develop farm managers, supervisors, and production staff; foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Oversee community relations and public relations strategies, serving as the organization’s representative to stakeholders, media, and community partners to enhance visibility and strengthen brand reputation. Develop workforce training programs for skill development and succession planning. Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years of progressive experience in poultry/egg production with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of poultry industry, egg production systems (cage-free and conventional), feed management; proven track record of managing large-scale agricultural operations; expertise in biosecurity, food safety, and regulatory compliance; strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets; excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strategic and operational planning; Food safety & compliance (SQF, HACCP, ISO, etc.); Animal welfare and sustainability practices; Project management and process improvement; Leadership and team development; Must be able to travel to locations. Work Environment
Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop; lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. When visiting sites, the role is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies; noise level is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment is required during certain conditions.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Director of Operations - OH & MI live poultry farms. A Director of Operations at Daybreak Farms would be responsible for overseeing and directing multiple farms within a region to ensure all production, processing, and maintenance operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role requires a strong background in poultry/egg production, strategic leadership, and operational excellence. Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and regulate the production of eggs and related activities, including feed mill operations, layer management, and shell egg processing. Implement and direct strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Ensure optimal bird health, egg quality, production output and customer satisfaction across all facilities within the region. Collaborate with Operations Support for flock scheduling, feed supply, grading, and packaging processes. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and procurement teams to align supply with demand and ensure compliance with company, industry and federal regulations. Uphold compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies; implement best practices in biosecurity, animal welfare, and sustainability. Prepare for audits, certifications, and customer compliance programs. Manage and prepare operational budgets, forecasts, and cost controls for all locations. Drive capital projects including facility upgrades, automation, and technology integration. Analyze KPIs and production metrics to guide decision-making. Lead, mentor, and develop farm managers, supervisors, and production staff; foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Oversee community relations and public relations strategies, serving as the organization’s representative to stakeholders, media, and community partners to enhance visibility and strengthen brand reputation. Develop workforce training programs for skill development and succession planning. Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years of progressive experience in poultry/egg production with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of poultry industry, egg production systems (cage-free and conventional), feed management; proven track record of managing large-scale agricultural operations; expertise in biosecurity, food safety, and regulatory compliance; strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets; excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strategic and operational planning; Food safety & compliance (SQF, HACCP, ISO, etc.); Animal welfare and sustainability practices; Project management and process improvement; Leadership and team development; Must be able to travel to locations. Work Environment
Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop; lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. When visiting sites, the role is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies; noise level is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment is required during certain conditions.
#J-18808-Ljbffr