Finishing Field Supervisor

Brenneman pork LLLP; Washington (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenneman Pork LLLP is seeking a site operations leader responsible for the care and welfare of pigs across multiple finishing sites in the Brenneman Pork system. The role requires coaching caregivers, enforcing bio-security policies, and ensuring data accuracy daily.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in swine production and at least 2 years in people management, with strong organizational and communication skills. Must be able to manage weekly site visits and coordinate with veterinary staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of swine production experience.
• 2+ years of personnel management experience.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Excel, Office & Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and ethical care of swine finishing sites within Brenneman Pork system.
• Provide face-to-face coaching and direction to site caregivers and employees to meet production and quality standards.
• Meet with caregivers weekly at their sites; rotate sites if overseeing multiple sites.
• Enforce bio-security and euthanasia policies at all sites.
• Ensure welfare issues are addressed before leaving site; handle on-call emergencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate daily records and data integrity on movement counts and mortality.
• Monitor and adjust ventilation to ensure pig comfort; follow vaccination and medication protocols.
• Communicate with manager and veterinary staff on health issues.
• Prepare weekly schedules and site evaluations; complete action items in SharePoint.

Skills

Personnel management

Leadership

Organization

Communication skills

Problem solving

Computers (MS Excel, Office & Outlook)

Swine production knowledge

Tools

SharePoint

MS Excel

Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

Primary Job Responsibilities: Directly responsible overseeing the safe and ethical care of multiple independently operated swine finishing sites within the Brenneman Pork system.Duties and Responsibilities include:Implementation of the standard operating protocols on all assigned sitesProvide face-to-face coaching and direction, and hands-on technical support to the site caregivers, site owners, and employees to ensure production and quality standards are properly executedMeet with every caregiver at one of their sites weekly (rotate sites if they oversee multiple sites)Ensure bio-security and euthanasia policies are posted and enforced at all assigned sitesEnsure ALL welfare issues are addressed before leaving siteOn-call for emergencies and/or alarms unless previously coordinated prior to use of PTOConsistently provide accurate records to ensure data integrity, the same day of the movement (within 24hrs)Responsible for ensuring accurate data is entered online or in SharePoint dailyReport accurate physical movement counts and mortality reportingResponsible for recounts on all inventory variance greater than 2 pigs and responsible for explanation of varianceMaintain effective communication with all site caregivers, employees, veterinary staff, and managementResponsible for ensuring site caregivers are aware of all pig movements to and from sites Follow the Routine Vaccination and Therapeutic Medication protocolCommunicate with manager and veterinary staff on non-diagnosed health complications Monitor and control medication usage by site/flow, including site and truck inventoriesComplete weekly schedule for following weeks’ activity and submit in SharePoint each FridayComplete weekly site evaluation for each assigned site and submit online. Follow up on ALL action items.Monitor and adjust ventilation on all barns to assure correct temperature, proper movement of CFMs, etc. to ensure pig comfortFollow and ensure compliance with PQA/TQA protocolsSkill & Knowledge Requirements:2+ years of experience in swine production2+ years of experience in personnel managementMust possess organization, leadership, production, problem solving, and communication skills.Ability to use a computer effectively, including use of MS Excel, Office & OutlookValid driver's licensePhysical Requirements:Ability to lift, move or carry up to 60 pounds with reasonable accommodationAgility to avoid direct physical contact with unpredictable animalsAbility to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and squat for extended period of time on varied surfaces and capable of being on their feet for up to 10 hours a dayAbility to work in noise levels that may require hearing protectionAbility to reach with hands and arms, balance, and climb over gates up to 48 inches in heightMust possess ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farmMust possess good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the use of hands to finger, handle, grasp or feel objects, tools, controls, or animalsOther RequirementsInterest or passion for producing quality pork at a competitive price to feed the worldRespect and care for all animals is required. The ideal candidate must also possess experience in creating a culture of respect and care for all animals.Knowledge and enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity best practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm.Individual must be dedicated, goal-oriented, motivated and able to work effectively as a team memberExcellent interpersonal & communications skills with ability to work effectively with others in a positive mannerAble to operate and communicate effectively in a fast-passed systemExcellent time management & organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlinesKnowledge of and ability to follow company policies and procedures preciselyExcellent attention to detail and accuracyAbility to multitask