Farrowing Team Lead – Swine Health & Production

Bethanyswine; South Dakota; On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Job summary

Pipestone is seeking a Farrowing Lead to oversee farrowing and reproductive care while guiding a team dedicated to pig health, welfare, and production efficiency.

You will train, coach, and assign daily tasks, monitor health and welfare, and ensure compliance with husbandry protocols, biosecurity, and safety standards.

This role requires hands-on animal care in a farm environment, with weekend availability and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of livestock, animal care, agriculture, or swine production experience preferred.
• Leadership experience is beneficial but not required.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support employees in daily production tasks and animal care practices.
• Monitor sow and piglet health, welfare, and reproductive performance.
• Oversee farrowing and reproductive care activities within the farrowing department.
• Maintain accurate production and animal health records.
• Communicate with management regarding production, animal health, facility concerns, and employee development.
• Ensure facilities are clean, organized, and maintained; uphold safety and biosecurity protocols.

Skills

Team leadership

Livestock care

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Pipestone is seeking a Farrowing Lead to oversee farrowing and reproductive care while guiding a team dedicated to pig health, welfare, and production efficiency.

You will train, coach, and assign daily tasks, monitor health and welfare, and ensure compliance with husbandry protocols, biosecurity, and safety standards.

This role requires hands-on animal care in a farm environment, with weekend availability and reliable transportation.