Gilt Development Lead: Animal Health & Breeding Ops

pipestonecareers; Flandreau (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pipestone Careers seeks a Gilt Development Unit Lead to oversee the health and development of replacement gilts on our farm. You will manage daily gilt care, nutrition, biosecurity, and health protocols while coordinating with production teams to optimize reproductive performance and genetic progress.

The role requires leadership, 2+ years swine production experience, and the ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 2+ years of swine production experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Knowledge of gilt selection, breeding, and herd health management
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Familiarity with swine industry regulations and biosecurity protocols

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily care, feeding, and health of developing gilts.
• Implement gilt selection criteria to ensure high-quality replacement females.
• Identify and address health issues promptly through proper treatment and management practices.
• Manage acclimation and isolation protocols for incoming gilts.
• Monitor gilt growth, reproductive performance, and development.
• Enforce strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease introduction and spread.
• Maintain records of gilt inventories, health treatments, and reproductive performance.
• Ensure compliance with policies, industry standards, and animal welfare regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of barns, feeding systems, and ventilation.
• Monitor environmental conditions to optimize comfort and growth.
• Report equipment malfunctions or facility needs.

Skills

Leadership

Gilt development knowledge

Herd health management

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pipestone Careers seeks a Gilt Development Unit Lead to oversee the health and development of replacement gilts on our farm. You will manage daily gilt care, nutrition, biosecurity, and health protocols while coordinating with production teams to optimize reproductive performance and genetic progress.

The role requires leadership, 2+ years swine production experience, and the ability to work in a physically demanding environment.