JUDE KPOGBAN
Delta State, Nigeria +***-805-***-**** Email: **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
A dedicated Poultry professional with over 5 years of experience in Poultry arming, including the last year in a Supervisory capacity. Expertise in live bird catching, team leadership, and ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare and operational efficiency. Proven ability to manage and motivate a catching crew to meet targets in a fast-paced agricultural environment. Seeking to apply my leadership skills and hands-on expertise to contribute to a Canadian agricultural operation.
Work Experience
Supervisor, Operations (Poultry Catchers)
Fortunes Poultry Ent. Effurun, Delta, Nigeria April 2023 – Present
· Lead, train, and motivate a team of 8-10 poultry catchers, ensuring all team members adhere to strict animal welfare and safety protocols
· Plan and coordinate daily catching schedules, efficiently assigning tasks to meet production targets and truck loading deadlines
· Monitor the health and condition of birds during catching operations, implementing techniques that reduced bird injury rates by 25% within the first quarter
· Enforce biosecurity measures, including equipment sanitation and PPE use, across the entire team to maintain flock health and prevent disease outbreaks
· Serve as the primary point of communication between the catching crew and farm management, reporting on progress and addressing any issues promptly
· Conduct on-the-job training for new catchers on humane handling techniques and company procedures.
Poultry Catcher
Fortunes Poultry Ent. Effurun, Delta, Nigeria November 2020 – March 2023
· Efficiently and humanely caught live chickens (broilers and layers) in preparation for processing and transport
· Consistently met daily catching targets while maintaining a focus on minimizing bird stress and injury
· Collaborated seamlessly within a team to ensure a smooth and timely workflow from farm to transport
· Gained a strong understanding of poultry behavior, allowing for calm and effective catching techniques.
Construction Coordinator
Raycon Nigeria Ltd. Warri, Nigeria February 2014 – October 2020
· Prepared construction sites by cleaning obstacles and hazards
. Operated heavy machinery such as bulldozers, forklifts, and cranes
. Transported materials and equipment around the construction site as needed
. Assisted skilled tradespeople in their duties
. Followed instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans
. Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order
. Adhered to safety and building code regulations at all times
. Executed tasks such as excavation, leveling, and concrete mixing under guidance.
Skills
· Leadership & Team Supervision: Proven ability to lead, train, and manage a crew of 10+ people.
· Operational Coordination: Skilled in planning daily schedules and allocating resources to meet tight deadlines.
· Animal Welfare & Handling: Expert in humane catching and handling techniques for poultry.
· Communication & Reporting: Effective communicator between field teams and management.
· Biosecurity & Safety Protocols: Enforces strict sanitation, PPE, and disease control measures.
· Problem-Solving: Addresses operational challenges promptly to maintain workflow.
Education
Bachelors of Art (BA) - University of Benin - Nigeria – 2012.