Manage and train employees to follow all production protocols and procedures
Complete policing routine to monitor protocols, and monitor production and efficiencies
Ensure appropriate, accurate inventory management of swine, semen ordering & supplies
Monitor feed inventory and order when necessary
Conduct goal setting with employees and monitor on a regular basis to maximize production
Analyze financial reporting and make appropriate adjustments to meet and/or exceed budget; conduct appropriate SOAP analysis where applicable
If unit has designated Assistant Site Manager and/or MIT, Site Manager is responsible for training the individual(s) in all designated aspects of management.
Complete or supervise completion of required reporting through website, faxing, emails, etc.
Participate with Human Resources in recruiting, interviewing and retaining farm employees
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels of farm involvement
Utilize task sheets and time frames to maintain an organized workday.
Create and utilize consistent monitoring of task schedules for both Gestation and Farrowing
Provide consistent shareholder communication for both pig deliveries and vet recommendations (4 week, 2 week and 1 week calls)
Participate at shareholder meetings as requested by Production Manager and/or Director of Sow Operations
Train assistant manager and other employees on financial aspects of the farm and how their personal performance affects the finances outcome of the organization
Produce and present appropriate presentations as requested
Ensure farm paperwork is completed accurately and on time
HR paperwork must be completed on time to ensure accuracy in payroll and that the employee files are updated. It includes, but is not limited to new hire paperwork, absentee forms, evaluations, disciplinary forms, training forms and payroll approval reports
Ensure completion of all work related injury paperwork and participate as necessary in accident investigations and corrective actions
Ensure employees are properly trained on how to complete paperwork in their respective areas of work. Submit production records and corrections on time
Ensure appropriate Porcitec data entry, reports and corrections are completed accurately and timely
Bio-Security
Train and manage staff to adhere to all bio-security protocols
Take appropriate measures to ensure bio-security audit deficiencies are corrected and brought into compliance in a timely manner
Animal Welfare
Train and manage staff to adhere to all animal welfare and PQA guidelines
Participate as requested in animal welfare audits and ensure any recommended corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner
Safe Working Environment
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines
Ensure all safety equipment is in place and utilized
Train all employees in accident prevention for the areas they work in
Hold monthly safety meetings with employees
Maintain up-to-date safety sign off sheets
Ventilation Controls
Monitor and ensure entire ventilation system is in good working order
Regularly monitor the environment to achieve optimum comfort for the animals
Train designated employees to monitor ventilation system in the Site Manager’s absence
Facility Maintenance
The facility must be maintained and well kept
Train and direct staff to complete routine maintenance on a daily basis
Communicate non-routine repairs to the maintenance department
Train and direct staff to keep both interior and exterior of the unit clean and organized
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Other duties and projects as assigned by Production Manager and/or Director of Sow Operations
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required
Prefer 2 Years Post High School Education With Agricultural Major
Experience:
Prefer 4+ Years Livestock Experience and 2 Years Supervisory Experience with HS Diploma
Prefer 1 Year Agriculture Swine Experience and 1 Year Supervisory Experience with 2 Years Post High School Agricultural Education
Training:
Safety Orientation Video
Annual Safety Training
Animal Welfare Training/PQA Certification
Sexual Harassment Training
New Manager Training Checklist
FMLA Training
Company MIT Course with Passing Grade
Small Group Manager Continuing Education Test with Passing Grade
Designated company online courses
Additional Requirements:
Must be able to work weekends
Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation to get to work and attend meetings
Basic computer knowledge to send/receive emails and reports
