LIVE HAUL MANAGER

Live Operations Guntersville, Alabama


Description

Position at Pilgrim's

Live Haul Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY: 
Responsible for the catching and hauling of birds to various plants on a schedule that allows for a timely and constant flow of birds while ensuring both low shrinkage and low DOA counts.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Interviews and hires live haul drivers.
  • Schedules drivers and coordinates delivery of live chickens to and from plants and farms.
  • Ensures that all equipment is repaired and maintained by shop personnel.
  • Works with internal partners, contract catchers, farm managers, and contract growers to ensure supply demands are met.
  • Coordinates with the Plant Manager to address problems through resolution.
  • Ensures that animal welfare practices are being executed.
  • Stays abreast and ensures compliance of DOT regulations.
  • Understands and implements PPC safety policies.
  • May supervise Superintendents and Supervisors.
 
 
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.  College degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
  • 5-7 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience required
  • Microsoft computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required; SAP experience preferred
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
EOE/Vet/Disabled