Aubrey (Rusty) Erwin
About Aubrey (Rusty) Erwin
Aubrey (Rusty) Erwin is a Live Production Field Manager with over 20 years of leadership experience in the poultry industry. He has held various managerial roles at companies such as Tyson Foods, BJE Poultry, and Sanderson Farms, demonstrating expertise in data analysis, team leadership, and operational efficiency.
Work at Plainville Farms
Aubrey (Rusty) Erwin serves as the Live Production Field Manager at Plainville Farms, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees live production operations, focusing on enhancing efficiency and productivity within the organization. His responsibilities include managing the scheduling of broiler chick and pullet placements and coordinating kill schedules for processing plants. Erwin's leadership is characterized by his ability to lead empowered teams and manage multi-site operations effectively.
Previous Experience in Poultry Industry
Prior to his current role, Erwin held several significant positions within the poultry industry. He worked as the Sr. Live Operations Manager at Tyson Foods from 2019 to 2020 and as the Director of Live Operations at BJE Poultry from 2020 to 2021. He also served as Live Production Manager at Sanderson Farms Chicken from 2014 to 2018 and as Broiler Manager at Pilgrim's from 2018 to 2019. His extensive experience includes managing operations at various locations and leading teams to achieve operational goals.
Education and Expertise
Erwin holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from The University of Southern Mississippi and an Associate of Arts in Education from Southwest Mississippi Community College. His educational background complements his over 20 years of leadership experience in the poultry industry. He specializes in transformation change management and is proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting, which aids in improving operational efficiency.
Leadership and Management Skills
With over two decades of experience, Erwin has developed strong leadership skills within the poultry sector. He is adept at cross-functional team leadership, staff hiring, training, and development. His expertise extends to regulatory filing and compliance, ensuring that operations meet industry standards. Erwin is recognized for his ability to respond to operational and financial challenges with confidence and determination.
Military Background
Before entering the poultry industry, Erwin served in the US Army as an 11C-10 Indirect Fire Infantryman from 1982 to 1988. His military service provided him with foundational skills in leadership and discipline, which he has applied throughout his professional career in various management roles.