Swine Farm Manager

Clemens Family Corporation; Everett (Bedford County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle

Paid time off

Job summary

Country View Family Farms is seeking a Sow Farm Manager to lead a 5,000-head sow production unit and develop a high-performance team across a large-scale operation. You will partner with HR on staffing, ensure animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance, and drive production metrics.

You will report to the Regional Production Manager and manage 16-20 employees, emphasizing safety, continuous improvement, and engagement at weekly meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in swine production a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience interpreting data and making sound operational decisions.
• Commitment to animal care, welfare, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and operations of a 5,000-head sow unit.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 21 employees.
• Manage employee performance, scheduling, training, and development.
• Partner with HR and the Regional Manager on hiring and staffing needs.
• Conduct weekly farm meetings to drive engagement and accountability.
• Collaborate with Nursery Service Manager on herd health and production metrics.
• Execute animal care programs including vaccination and medication plans.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, and production policies.
• Monitor farm budgets, targets, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain annual business plans, updating quarterly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $70,000 USD to $85,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Join Our Progressive Team in Swine Production!

As a Sow Farm Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in driving production performance, operational excellence, animal welfare, and employee engagement across a large-scale sow production system. This position offers the opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team, foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, and make a meaningful impact on the success of the operation.

"Lead with purpose. Grow people. Drive results. Make a lasting impact on the future of agriculture."

About us:

Country View Family Farms is an affiliate of Clemens Food Group, a family-owned agricultural company with more than 130 years of history and a commitment to doing things the right way. As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, Country View partners with family farmers and team members across multiple states to responsibly raise animals and support a safe, sustainable food supply.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, we combine innovation, sustainability, and responsible animal care to support a growing food supply while investing in our people and communities.

Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth. We empower employees to bring new ideas, solve complex challenges, and contribute to the long-term success of the organization. If you're looking for an opportunity where your expertise is valued, your contributions make a difference, and your work helps advance responsible agriculture, Country View Family Farms offers a rewarding and impactful career.

Job Description:

The Sow Farm Manager to lead a 5,000-head sow production unit. Reporting directly to the Regional Production Manager, this hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving production performance, ensuring animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance, leading and developing a team of 16-20 employees, and partnering with Human Resources on hiring, staffing, employee development, and performance management.

What You’ll Do

Oversee daily production and operations of a 5,000-head sow unit

Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 21 employees

Manage employee performance, scheduling, training, and development

Partner with HR and the Regional Manager on hiring and staffing needs

Conduct weekly farm meetings to drive engagement and accountability

Collaborate with Nursery Service Manager on herd health and production metrics

Execute animal care programs including vaccination and medication plans

Ensure compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, and production policies

Monitor farm budgets, targets, and continuous improvement initiatives

Develop and maintain annual business plans, updating quarterly

Participate in regional and system-wide meetings

What We’re Looking For

High School Diploma or GED required (or equivalent experience)

Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Experience interpreting data and making sound operational decisions

Commitment to animal care, welfare, and industry best practices

Willingness to work Monday-Friday with some weekends and holidays

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Ability to stand and move throughout barns for the majority of the day

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently (occasionally more with assistance)

Comfortable working in a farm environment with dust, odors, animal dander, noise, and varying temperatures

Ability to safely work around livestock and farm equipment

Why Join Country View Family Farms?

Stable, full-time leadership role with growth opportunity

Team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement

Strong commitment to animal welfare and employee safety

Opportunity to make a direct impact on farm performance and people development

Country View Family Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

At Country View Family Farms, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Competitive compensation and annual bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-and-long-term disability coverage
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Company vehicle provided for eligible positions

Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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