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