Research Farm Manager

PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein); Garland (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield is seeking a Research Farm Manager to lead the swine research team, ensure high welfare standards, and manage data collection and reporting. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and efficient operation of farm facilities.

You will schedule shipments, monitor feed and expenses, and coordinate with the Field Research Coordinator on trials and protocols. Experience in animal husbandry and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an agricultural field or equivalent experience.
• PQA certification and CPR certification are required.
• Swine experience is mandatory.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Comfort with euthanasia and routine animal handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew to meet farm goals following SOPs.
• Maintain animal welfare and sanitary standards.
• Consolidate and review weekly data; prepare reports.

Skills

Staff training

Leadership

Data collection

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Animal husbandry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural field

PQA certification

CPR certification

Tools

RFID technology tags

LeeO app

Exago ultrasound

PigKnows STAMP

data dashboard

Job description

Job Overview

Research Farm Manager is responsible for leading the crew to develop and meet farm goals by understanding and following the Standard Operating Procedures. The role maintains a safe work environment, manages personnel and management systems, and leads the crew in conducting and executing research trials.

Core Responsibilities

• Follow the Company's animal welfare policies and procedures, ensuring a physical environment that meets animal needs, providing adequate water and high‑quality feed, humane treatment, identification, and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care, and following euthanasia guidelines.
• Conduct data collection, record keeping, and feed system monitoring.
• Schedule feed, trucks, and routine supplies; prepare payroll and monitor research expenses.
• Learn, understand, and implement policies and procedures related to Biosecurity, EMS, SIPS, and Animal Care.
• Train and supervise staff.
• Maintain record keeping and compliance with the SHPD report system.
• Perform basic maintenance of farm equipment.
• Compose weekly data collection summaries, research trial status updates, and report to the Field Research Coordinator.
• Ensure all equipment, machinery, and vehicles are accounted for and properly maintained using daily, weekly, and monthly checklists.
• Maintain research data collection and production charts, and medication records.
• Review and update research protocols when needed.
• Develop weekly and monthly action plans.
• Understand all safety requirements of the job and comply with them.
• Comply with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.
• Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and review the policy at the work site.
• Maintain and sanitize facilities.
• Train employees to ensure a safe work environment.
• Conduct farm inspections and correct any non‑compliance.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Agricultural field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff, or managing a process or project.
• Swine experience required.
• Ability to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and noisy conditions.
• Willingness to perform euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples, and other procedures normal to animal husbandry.
• Ability to prioritize work when dealing with constraints outside of personal control.
• Understanding of experimental design for research experiments.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and strong multi‑tasking abilities.
• PQA certification and CPR certification.
• Capability to operate and maintain feed systems, including daily monitoring and routine maintenance.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Outlook, RFID technology tags and wands, LeeO app and data dashboard, Exago ultrasound, PigKnows STAMP, supply app, and other data software used by Smithfield.