Swine Grow Out Specialist Position Available In Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Swine Grow Out Specialist Hershey Ag 138 Airport Road, Marietta, PA

HERSHEY AG 138

Airport Road Marietta, PA 17547 Superior Production Systems

JOB TITLE

Swine Grow Out Specialist

JOB STATUS

Full-time, exempt

REPORTS TO

Operations Manager, Swine Production

JOB SUMMARY

The Grow Out Specialist works closely with producers to ensure successful grow out operations. The position involves being on the road traveling farm to farm and ensuring grow out facilities adhere to Standard Operating Procedures. The position involves working in an agricultural environment with regular and on-going hands-on interaction with livestock. The Grow Out Specialist performs duties in accordance with the mission of Superior Production Systems.

DISEASE PREVENTION

This agricultural position must adhere to guidelines as outlined in the Biosecurity Policy.

ANIMAL WELFARE

This position must adhere to the Animal Handling Policies as outlined in Employee Handbook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance Audit and evaluate barn environment and producer care of hogs Audit bio-security compliance Verify that farm is clean and disinfected prior to placement of piglets Verify that Hershey Ag protocols are being followed with regard to the following:

• Emergency backup and alarm systems
• Antibiotic usage and withdrawal periods
• Dead pig removal and proper disposal
• Feed ordering and proper feeder adjustments
• Ventilation Systems
• Water quality and availability to the hogs
• Any additional issues as Grow Out management deems necessary Address non-compliance issues with growers Production Management Evaluate and report pig quality upon receipt of new piglets (grading), and throughout the batch growth and marketing period Collect diagnostics for disease surveillance Re-count barns with inventory variance Communicate schedule and schedule changes with producer Manage feed usage and feed changes Supply medications as needed Perform weekly barn visits and complete a Service Report for each visit Respond to system emergencies Administrative Participate in bi-monthly Service Team meetings Complete Service Report at time of routine service visit Attend PQA training Train new team members Provide support to producer during unexpected times of need Attend conferences / training sessions Strategy and Planning Build, maintain and support Hershey Ag•grower relations Suggest areas for improvement in production

EDUCATION

High school diploma required.

EXPERIENCE

1

• 3 years of experience in agriculture; livestock operations (dairy / swine)

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess excellent verbal communication skills; ability to multi-task and work under stressful conditions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Flexibility and ability to adapt to change are essential. Clean driving record. Must support the Company’s mission of Superior Production Systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to lift minimum 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work. Spend 25-30% of week driving. Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions. Must be prepared to euthanize piglets when necessary.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$58,000.00

• $62,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities

Work Location:

On the road