Gilt Development Unit Lead - Health & Growth Champion

pipestonecareers; Larimore (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pipestonecareers is seeking a GDU Lead to supervise gilt development and ensure high-quality replacement females. You will oversee daily gilt care, health, nutrition, and welfare while coordinating with production teams to optimize reproductive performance.

The role requires leadership in a farm setting, attention to biosecurity, and strong record-keeping. Weekend rotation and reliable transportation are part of the job, with competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in gilt development or swine production preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Knowledge of gilt selection, breeding, and herd health management.

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 to maintain herd health.
• Monitor gilt growth rates and reproductive performance.
• Enforce strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease introduction and spread.
• Maintain accurate records of gilt inventories, health treatments, and 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.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or facility needs.

Skills

Gilt development

Leadership

Breeding/herd health

Biosecurity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pipestonecareers is seeking a GDU Lead to supervise gilt development and ensure high-quality replacement females. You will oversee daily gilt care, health, nutrition, and welfare while coordinating with production teams to optimize reproductive performance.

The role requires leadership in a farm setting, attention to biosecurity, and strong record-keeping. Weekend rotation and reliable transportation are part of the job, with competitive benefits offered.