Department Team Lead Farm 651 - Leoti, KS

Seaboard Foods; Leoti (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental benefits

401K with company match

Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

Wellness Program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee pork purchase program

Job summary

Seaboard Foods, a leading US pork producer, seeks a Department Team Lead to care for swine and assist in supervising nursery or finisher staff on our Kansas farm. You will ensure SOPs are followed, maintain records, and train teams to uphold farm health and productivity.

The role involves scheduling shifts, managing reports, and adhering to safety and biosecurity standards in a dynamic farming environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training.
• Must be proficient in English language, reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Attend and care for swine under the Farm Supervisor.
• Assist in supervising employees in nursery or finisher department.
• Maintain records and reports of animals, employees, and supplies.
• Train employees on day-to-day processes and procedures.
• Schedule groups of employees and act as manager when supervisor is not present.
• Maintain accurate weekly and daily reports.
• Adhere to safety procedures and vaccination protocols.
• Maintain alarm and emergency systems and respond to alarms.

Skills

Supervising staff

Training

Record keeping

English proficiency

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Under the direction of the Farm Supervisor, the Department Team Lead will attend and care for swine. They will also assist in supervising employees in the nursery or finisher department.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Freshpork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

• Ensure all standard operating procedures are being followed and facilities are in good working condition.
• Maintain high herd health and adhere to all biosecurity set forth by the company and proper feeding and care of animals.
• Training of employees on day-to-day processes and procedures to develop a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods.
• Supervising and scheduling groups of employees and acting as manager when the supervisor is not present
• Maintain accurate records and reports of animals, employees, and supplies on the farm.
• Assist and ensure that all weekly and daily reports are turned in timely and accurately.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.
• Follow the assigned medication and vaccination protocols for the farm.
• Maintain the alarm system and all emergency systems and answer alarm calls properly

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate degree (A.A) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be proficient in English language, reading and writing.

SCHEDULE:

The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends and overnight travel as requested

WORKENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is commonly exposed to airborne particles and gases at low concentrations.The employee isfrequentlyexposed to waste material,feed,and hog dust.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.