Swine Production Lead & Farm Ops Coach

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to oversee swine unit operations, financial and production performance, and personnel management across assigned locations in Iowa.

You will supervise farm managers, enforce biosecurity and animal welfare, coordinate with contract growers to hit target weights, monitor movements, and ensure EMS and environmental compliance. A Bachelor’s in Animal Science and 2+ years of experience are required, with willingness to work long hours and be on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field; 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to staff or managing a process or project.
• Valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving record per company policy.
• Completion of Prod Spec 1 program or 2 years swine experience preferred.
• Must be able to work an average 45 hour week with an average 9 hour workday; weekend, evening and holiday work required; on call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Learn, implement, and enforce all policies related to Biosecurity.
• Follow the Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS) safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare policies and provide humane care and proper treatment of animals.
• Evaluate farms’ performance and outline improvement plans with timelines.
• Inspect animals for disease or injury and prescribe necessary care.
• Monitor and manage animal movements into and out of the farms.
• Manage market sales at target weights and assess loss and standard deviation.
• Develop farm managers and employees in production and procedural compliance.
• Participate in EMS and ensure environmental law compliance; report issues to supervisor.
• Train employees/growers in management systems and emergency notification procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Training & coaching

Operations management

Budgeting / financial awareness

Math calculations

Verbal and written communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field

Tools

Prod Spec 1 program

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to oversee swine unit operations, financial and production performance, and personnel management across assigned locations in Iowa.

You will supervise farm managers, enforce biosecurity and animal welfare, coordinate with contract growers to hit target weights, monitor movements, and ensure EMS and environmental compliance. A Bachelor’s in Animal Science and 2+ years of experience are required, with willingness to work long hours and be on