Swine Manager - Breed to Wean (EH-10996)

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Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for a The Sow Farm Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of a swine sow unit. This includes—but is not limited to—managing breeding and farrowing targets, artificial insemination (AI), semen inventory and delivery, individual sow and piglet care, feed management, weekly farrowing schedules, herd health and vaccination programs, nutrition, gilt isolation and acclimation, staff development, and accurate record keeping.

Administration & Farm Oversight

• Assist the Sow Service Manager in preparing and managing farm and departmental budgets.
• Submit weekly wean pig projections to the Sow Service Manager.
• Maintain and submit accurate weekly farm records to the Production Records Department.
• Oversee and maintain environmental controls and pit status; coordinate timely nutrient removal with farm owners.
• Manage the removal and disposal of deceased animals.
• Enforce and maintain comprehensive biosecurity protocols across the farm.
• Monitor and manage feed ordering and delivery processes.
• Track and order all necessary medications, semen, and operational supplies.
• Inspect and ensure proper maintenance of facilities, equipment, and backup generator functionality.
• Supervise, evaluate, and support all farm employees; conduct performance reviews in coordination with Department Managers.
• Identify and report health concerns to the Company Veterinarian.

Daily Operations

• Supervise daily animal feeding, hydration checks, sow condition monitoring, and overall facility cleanliness.
• Ensure herd health through routine observation and care.
• Manage semen delivery, inventory, and expiration monitoring.
• Oversee cull sow identification and transportation logistics.

Departmental Duties

Breeding Department

• Conduct daily heat checks and AI procedures for sows and gilts.
• Manage gilt inventory and gilt flow within the operation.
• Monitor 21- and 42-day heat checks and 50-day pregnancy confirmations.
• Coordinate sow movement with Farrowing Department Head.
• Assist with weaning operations as needed.

Gilt Development & Isolation

• Maintain and administer the department's vaccination schedule.
• Monitor health status of gilts during isolation and acclimation.
• Organize scheduling, delivery, and internal movement of gilts.
• Implement and manage best practices for gilt development, including breeding age and feed regimens.

Farrowing Department

• Coordinate sow movement between breeding and farrowing departments.
• Schedule and supervise piglet processing, vaccination, and weaning activities.
• Ensure genetic identification through tagging and notching at birth.
• Provide three-week wean pig projections to Sow Service Manager.
• Ensure accurate counting and tracking of piglets weaned to nursery units.

Piglet Development

• Oversee daily piglet processing tasks (iron shots, tail clipping, castration).
• Manage cross-fostering practices to ensure healthy litter development.
• Supervise weaning and vaccination schedules.
• Maintain quality control standards for piglets prior to weaning.
• Coordinate movement and transportation of non-select piglets.

Employee Administration

• Train all staff in compliance with NFP Policies and Procedures.
• Guide staff in accurate production record keeping.
• Promote teamwork and lead by example in daily operations.
• Mentor team members in time management and production skills.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings focused on productivity, expectations, and problem-solving.

Business & Operational Management

• Participate in weekly conference calls with fellow sow farm managers.
• Provide monthly variance analysis and explanations for farm profit and loss statements.
• Attend quarterly production meetings and other required training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and biosecurity protocols as outlined by company policy.

Additional Requirements

• Regular, consistent attendance is mandatory.
• Must be willing to perform any other tasks or responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to high standards of animal welfare, farm efficiency, and team development.

BENEFITS:

401k Match, Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, PTO

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.

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