Farrowing Manager

Overview

• Responsible for all aspects of farrowing and meeting weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs
• Ensuring that ALL animals across the farm have received proper feed, water, ventilation, and bedding on a daily basis
• Assisting with all other aspects of the farm to ensure farm goals are met and tasks are completed on a daily basis

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee proper procedures are followed for Day-One pig care, fostering, etc.
• Direct and manage processing of piglets in accordance with company procedures
• Manage the care and necessary treatments of all sows in farrowing
• Direct cleaning/bedding of farrowing pens; and oversee the cleaning and disinfecting of the farrowing room after weaning; and oversight of Patz barn cleaning system
• Keep, communicate, and report accurate records on a daily basis through Maximus
• Provide accurate weaned pig projections for scheduled shipments
• Maintain correct temperature/ventilation settings, and that all associated equipment is in full working order
• Responsible for onboarding, training, coaching, and reviewing all employees within the department
• Maintain inventory and supply order list for the farm, including bedding, propane, etc.
• Support and maintain a safe work environment and safety culture across the farm
• Assist in Period Close inventory, cost analysis, and cost control
• Any other duties as assigned, requested, or directed by management/supervisor

Education/Requirements

• B.S. degree in Animal Science or related field, OR minimum of one-year experience in straw-bedded pork production system/farrowing unit, OR minimum of two years’ experience in traditional pork production/farrowing unit.
• Ability to lead by example, and manage a team of 2-5 people
• Ability to problem solve, be a critical thinker, goal oriented, and a team player