Live Pork Sow Production Manager - Western Missouri

JBS; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Remote Production Manager to oversee sow production activities in Western Missouri. This dynamic role involves managing production budgets, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and leading a team to optimize operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial swine production, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and efficiency. Join a forward-thinking company that values determination, simplicity, and ownership, and take your career to the next level in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Health benefits (vision, medical, dental)

Paid time off including sick leave, vacation, holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Leadership training opportunities

Eligibility for annual bonus plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial swine production with a focus on cost reduction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to manage production budgets.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for production activities at assigned sow production facilities.
• Lead change through education and ensure adherence to SOPs.

Skills

Commercial Swine Production

Budget Management

Microsoft Office Suite

SOP Adherence

Communication Skills

Education

BS/BA in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Sow Records Software

Job description

Live Pork Sow Production Manager - Western Missouri

Live Operations
Remote, Kansas City, KS
West Des Moines, Iowa

To be the best in all that we do, we are fully committed to our business, providing the best products and services for our customers, fostering trust with our suppliers, ensuring profitability for our shareholders, and creating opportunities for a better future for all our team members.

Our foundation & our strength is in our values:

DETERMINATION | SIMPLICITY | AVAILABILITY | HUMILITY | SINCERITY | DISCIPLINE | OWNERSHIP

Position Details

• Title: Production Manager
• Job Status: Salaried
• Reports To: Regional Director
• Direct Reports: 3-5 depending on region and territory
• Location: Applicants should reside in the Western MO region (around St. Joseph, MO) or be willing to relocate. This is a remote home office position.

Position Overview

JBS Live Pork has an opening for a Remote Production Manager in Western Missouri (Tarkio, MO and Marshall, MO), reporting to Dan Sprague, Live Pork Regional Director. This role is accountable for all production activities at assigned sow production facilities within the region.

Essential Functions

1. Focus on reducing costs and increasing throughput.
2. Support the field manager or manage operations in their absence.
3. Execute budgets for production output, expenses, and capital spending.
4. Communicate production status and improvement plans to the Regional Director.
5. Facilitate adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
6. Lead change through education and inspection until new habits are established.
7. Manage the actions of direct reports.
8. Coordinate responses to audits related to safety, maintenance, biosecurity, and production.
9. Work with the Maintenance Manager to ensure timely upkeep of facilities.
10. Maintain data integrity in production record systems.
11. Ensure product quality meets specifications and quality control standards.
12. Update and improve Sow Farm Manual and SOPs as needed.
13. Train new employees on SOPs, biosecurity, and safety, documenting progress.
14. Participate actively in safety programs and enforce safety policies.
15. Coordinate animal movements, including transport of gilts and sales of weaned pigs.
16. Report environmental measures accurately and communicate environmental concerns.
17. Oversee feed management, including ordering and bin management.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Success Factors

• Focus on cost reduction and throughput enhancement.
• Support or lead operations in the absence of the production manager.
• Manage budgets and communicate progress effectively.
• Lead SOP adherence and change management initiatives.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are met.

Required Job Qualifications

• BS/BA in Agriculture or related field, with 5+ years in commercial swine production.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid MVR.
• Extensive knowledge of sow records and related software.
• PQA certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).

Working Conditions

• Ability to work safely in physically demanding environments, lifting up to 50 pounds, walking through pens, etc.
• Capable of working in extreme temperatures and environments with odors, dust, and gases.
• Regular travel, including up to 20% overnight stays.
• On-call availability 24/7, excluding vacations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health benefits (vision, medical, dental) after 60 days.
• Paid time off including sick leave, vacation, holidays.
• 401(k) with company match after one year.
• Tuition assistance through the Better Futures Program.
• Leadership training opportunities.
• Eligibility for annual bonus plan.

We conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new hires and verify employment eligibility as required by law.