Swine Production Supervisor

Job Description Position Overview: This position is responsible for managing wean-to-finish swine production in contract grower's facilities. In addition, this position includes managing grower/owner relationships for the purpose of maintaining a long-term successful partnership. Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Supervising the proper setup and barn environment for incoming weaned pigs * Manage the load in and sort down process upon pig arrival * Train, implement and supervise early weaned pig care * Ensure inventory control, documentation, and reporting procedures with growers * Manage the health and medication strategy for barns under your supervision * Train, implement and manage proper animal welfare procedures and protocols * Direct and supervise established vaccination program * Communicate marketing and scheduling needs through the grow out process * Oversee selection and loadout procedures at marketing Skills and Qualifications: * Understanding of swine production and sound animal welfare practices * PQA certification required within 30 days after hiring * Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain successful relationships * Ability to trouble shoot pig health and environmental conditions * Capable of working and communicating effectively within a team environment * Clear understanding of proper animal comfort and welfare requirements and the ability to communicate those requirements to growers * Excellent organizational and time management skills that allow the ability to work within strict time frames * Ability to work without supervision and make appropriate decisions * Work hours necessary to be successful and travel as needed Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in ag related field is preferred: or a combination of education and/or experience * 2 years of experience is preferred, but not required for the right individual

Created: 2024-11-06