Swine Gestation Lead | Team Builder in Animal Care

Animal Science Monitor; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Science Monitor is seeking Gestation Leads to manage sow farm operations across Midwest locations. This role focuses on training staff, maintaining high welfare and biosecurity standards, and driving production results through strong leadership.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of livestock experience and proven leadership or mentoring abilities, with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of livestock experience required.
• Swine production experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or team lead experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop employees on production protocols and company procedures
• Monitor daily production activities and ensure proper animal husbandry practices
• Assign and manage daily tasks to achieve production goals
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation
• Communicate daily production, health, facility, and employee updates with farm management
• Monitor ventilation systems and environmental controls
• Support facility cleanliness, organization, and preventative maintenance
• Promote and uphold safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards
• Help develop team members and strengthen overall farm performance

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Training & Mentoring

Livestock Handling

Job description

Animal Science Monitor is seeking Gestation Leads to manage sow farm operations across Midwest locations. This role focuses on training staff, maintaining high welfare and biosecurity standards, and driving production results through strong leadership.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of livestock experience and proven leadership or mentoring abilities, with excellent communication and organizational skills.