Emerging Swine Production Leader

Carthage System; Carthage (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carthage System seeks a Future Leader Trainee (FLT) to develop production leadership skills in our swine operation in Carthage, IL. The 12-18 month program prepares individuals for farm department management by learning procedures from the Farm Manager and team members while ensuring animal welfare, feed, water, and daily management.

You will participate in all phases of production, assist in staff training, implement work plans, follow SOPs, maintain records, and help manage biosecurity and

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Animal Science preferred; OR 2-year degree plus 1 year of people management experience.
• Willingness to learn farm production processes and follow SOPs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced farm environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training and coaching farm staff.
• Learn and implement daily/weekly farm work plans.
• Comply with SOPs and standard practices.
• Ensure animals receive water, feed, and daily care.
• Assist in ordering feed and tracking usage.
• Assist in ordering supplies and equipment.
• Support gilts selection and breeding procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and conduct body condition scoring.
• Learn semen ordering and usage monitoring.
• Support maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Assist with daily farm walk-throughs and cross-department training.
• Participate in biosecurity protocols to safeguard herd health.

Skills

Staff training

SOP compliance

Biosecurity

Animal welfare

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

4-year degree in Animal Science preferred

2-year degree in Animal Science/Ag Business + 1 year management

Job description

Carthage System seeks a Future Leader Trainee (FLT) to develop production leadership skills in our swine operation in Carthage, IL. The 12-18 month program prepares individuals for farm department management by learning procedures from the Farm Manager and team members while ensuring animal welfare, feed, water, and daily management.

You will participate in all phases of production, assist in staff training, implement work plans, follow SOPs, maintain records, and help manage biosecurity and