Offsite Production Manager

Holden Farms Inc.; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Holden Farms Inc. is seeking an Offsite Production Manager to lead and coordinate activities across all Offsite farms. You will guide teams with clear communication, implement scheduling, and ensure biosecurity standards are followed.

You will report to the Offsite Supervisor, participate in hiring and onboarding, and drive continuous improvement. The role requires fostering development, updating records, and partnering with Sow Farm Supervisors to achieve company goals.

Qualifications

• 3 year experience in management of 5+ employees
• Bachelor Degree in Management a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• No previous experience working with pigs required, training will be provided

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee activities for all Offsite farms
• Lead teams with strong communication and delegation
• Collaborate with Sow Farm Supervisors and management to meet goals
• Uphold Holden Farms biosecurity programs
• Plan, set goals and schedule for Offsite sow farms
• Interview and assist in finding new talent
• Onboard and train new hires
• Administer employee performance evaluations
• Foster growth through staff development
• Update and maintain farm records and reports

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team building

Organization

Staff development

Education

Bachelor degree in Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Offsite Production Manager reports to the Offsite Supervisor and provides leadership to all sites within the Offsite system. Primary responsibilities include coordination and oversight of all activities for all Offsite farms to support and ensure individual Managers are fulfilling their positions.

Hours

Generally - Monday-Friday 6:30am-4:00pm; times may vary based on business needs

Rotating Weekend and Holiday Schedule Required. On call requirement 365 days/year, 24/7 excluding vacation time.

Compensation

Salary, competitive based on experience, quarterly bonuses, plus we offer an excellent benefits package

Essential Job Functions

• Communicate and promote Holden Farm’s core values and goals to employees
• Provide leadership to your teams through strong communication, proactive prioritization and effective delegation
• Effectively collaborate with Sow Farm Supervisors, and other Management team members to reach Offsite farms and company goals
• Understand, follow and uphold Holden Farms Biosecurity Programs
• Perform all planning, goal-setting and scheduling for all Offsite sow farms
• Interview and assist in finding new talent
• Participate in onboarding and lead new hire training
• Administer employee performance evaluations
• Encourage employee development by identifying opportunities for growth within sow farms and company
• Implement new ideas, and changes to obtain desired results
• Update and maintain accurate farm records and reports

Education/Experience

• 3 year experience in management of 5 or more employees
• Bachelor Degree in Management a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• No previous experience working with pigs required, training will be provided

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to have difficult conversations and achieve desired results
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to lead others in high demand situations
• Strong interest in working with animals with a desire to learn and self-develop
• Strong interest in team building and staff development
• Organized with strong attention to detail