Farm Compliance Manager - PNW/Richlawn

Job Title: Farm Compliance Manager

Department: Compliance

Reports To: Senior Director of Compliance

Job Type: Full-time, Salaried

Job Summary

The Farm Compliance Manager – PNW/Richlawn oversees all programs involving biosecurity, animal health and welfare, manure management, water quality, environmental compliance and pest control for all locations that house layer and pullet flocks owned and managed by Willamette Egg Farms, LLC as well as the Pasco locations for Oakdell Farms, LLC. In addition, this position provides managerial oversight of Richlawn’s fertilizer compliance program, including direct supervision of the Fertilizer Compliance Specialist, to ensure fertilizer operations maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

This position oversees 3-4 direct reports, including farm compliance personnel and the Fertilizer Compliance Specialist. This position works closely with the site managers, Business Unit Leaders, flock services, Corporate Veterinarian, fertilizer operations leadership, and other members of the compliance team. The Farm Compliance Manager has a direct responsibility to understand and guide the entire operation in the FDA Egg Rule and all regulations/standards from FDA, NPIP, UEP, AHC, HFAC, NOP, state regulatory departments, our customers and more. This role also maintains working knowledge of fertilizer regulatory requirements, including permitting, registrations, labeling, environmental reporting, and composting operations.

Overall, this manager is responsible for ensuring that activities carried out at the sites are in line with and follow our biosecurity, welfare, environmental, fertilizer, and other various compliance protocols in order to ensure the safety and well-being of our hens and the regulatory integrity of our fertilizer operations

Essential Job Functions

• Manages, develops, and is directly responsible for all direct reports, including performance management, professional development, and workload prioritization.

• Ensures compliance programs and personnel meet Versova's core values and works with the Senior Director of Compliance to develop and continuously improve programs.

• Works with compliance, operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure that compliance programs are complete, enforced, and aligned with business objectives at all sites.

• Conducts and/or coordinates internal and external audits; initiates, tracks, trends, and monitors corrective actions through resolution.

• Handles and submits all required regulatory reports and maintains records in accordance with the document control program.

• Monitors regulatory changes across all areas of responsibility and communicates potential business impacts to the Senior Director of Compliance and appropriate stakeholders.

• Serves as escalation point for regulatory agency inquiries, inspections, and compliance issues.

• Develops and coordinates employee training programs related to compliance, including train the trainer workshops at each region.

• Routine travel and site visits to facilities as required by program responsibilities.
• Performs all duties as assigned.

Farm Compliance

• Manages, develops, and implements all programs related to farm compliance as they pertain to applicable regulations and/or standards, including but not limited to those from FDA, DEQ, ODA, NPIP, UEP, AHC, HFAC, NOP, and customers.
• Monitors and tracks bird movements and coordinates all flock and environmental testing activities to ensure complete compliance with required timelines.

Fertilizer Compliance Oversight

• Provides managerial oversight of fertilizer regulatory compliance programs, including product registrations, licensing, labeling, tonnage reporting, and environmental reporting across applicable states.
• Oversees coordination of sampling, testing, and documentation supporting fertilizer regulatory compliance, composting, and research and development programs; reviews and approves regulatory submissions and corrective actions related to fertilizer operations.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local fertilizer regulations, including permitting and operational requirements for the Pasco fertilizer facility.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

• Experience managing teams and programs

• 3+ years of experience in regulatory and welfare compliance

• Working knowledge of and experience in animal agriculture, with knowledge of state and federal regulations related to animal agriculture, poultry and/or egg production and animal welfare standards preferred

• Licensed as or able to obtain the following licenses: Pesticide Applicator within the states of Oregon and Washington (preferred).

• Ability to demonstrate results of "buy-in" and employee ownership of compliance programs.

• Skilled in performing internal on-site compliance inspections

• Must be able to communicate in the English language. Bilingual preferred

• Strong computer skills with experience in Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe DC, etc.

• Able to work in various climate conditions including extreme heat and cold environments, walking, standing and sitting for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pesticide Applicator license
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Demonstrated ability to gain employee buy-in for compliance programs
• Experience with internal on-site compliance inspections

Work Environment

This role requires regular travel. The position involves working in various climate conditions, including extreme heat and cold environments. Physical requirements include the ability to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. The Farm Compliance Manager must be comfortable in both office and farm settings, with exposure to typical poultry farm conditions. The work environment is dynamic, requiring adaptability and the ability to manage multiple compliance priorities across different locations.

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits:

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.