Department Team Lead-Farm 526

Job Description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Plan, direct, and coordinate day to day farm activities and staff to ensure all daily and weekly production targets are met. Multi-Site Farm Supervisors will have a range of 15,00-84,000 in animal inventory, 5 to 13 hourly direct reports and 1-2 department team leads. 

ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train employees on day-to-day processes and procedures, develop a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods, providing constructive and timely feedback, and offering opportunities for individual growth. 
• Perform audits of the farm to ensure all standard operating procedures are being followed and facilities are in good working condition. 
• Maintain accurate records and reports of animals, personnel, and supplies on the farm 
• Ensure health and safety of employees and animals at the facility, submit detailed reports, and track feed and ration staging for animals 
• Manage all controllable cost, including supplies, labor, medication, etc. 
• Creating and managing employee work schedules if applicable 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

Qualifications

Required: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skills, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed below. 

• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred; or one to two years swine production experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Bilingual, English and Spanish skills are preferred. 
• Clear motor vehicle record (MVR) 

SCHEDULE:

The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends and overnight travel as requested

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is commonly exposed to airborne particles and gases at low concentrations. The employee is frequently exposed to waste material, feed, and hog dust. 

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.

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