Sow Breeding Lead — Tech-Driven Animal Welfare

Clemens Family Corporation; Blain, Fannettsburg, Everett, Lynn (PA, PA, WA, IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemens Food Group, a leading swine operation, is seeking a Sow Breeding Lead to mentor a breeding team, drive sow productivity, and uphold animal welfare standards. The role blends hands-on farming with leadership in a modern facility featuring ESF and open-pen gestation.

You will report to the Sow Barn Manager and shape daily operations and long-term breeding success through data-driven decisions in a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in livestock management or farming operations.
• Ability to train and lead a team.
• Willingness to perform hands-on, field duties.
• Physical ability to stand long hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the breeding team with a focus on best‑in‑class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detail.
• Oversee day‑to‑day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movement.
• Monitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systems.
• Manage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non‑productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push List.
• Oversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to management.
• Review production reports and use data to drive continuous improvement.
• Project breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targets.
• Set team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountable.
• Ensure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on work

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or 5+ years livestock experience

Job description

Clemens Food Group, a leading swine operation, is seeking a Sow Breeding Lead to mentor a breeding team, drive sow productivity, and uphold animal welfare standards. The role blends hands-on farming with leadership in a modern facility featuring ESF and open-pen gestation.

You will report to the Sow Barn Manager and shape daily operations and long-term breeding success through data-driven decisions in a culture of continuous improvement.