Niman Ranch supports a community of more than 720 independent farmers and ranchers who raise pork, beef and lamb traditionally, humanely and sustainably to deliver the finest tasting meat. Niman Ranch is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation.
Summary
- Responsible to Manage all aspects of a 1,200 sow farrow to wean sow farm
- Responsible for meeting weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs
- Ensure that ALL animals across the farm have received proper feed, water, ventilation, bedding, and care on a daily basis
- Ensure that all NR protocols and guidelines are completely (100%) met and followed at ALL times
- Manage all aspects of the farm to ensure farm goals are met and tasks are completed on a daily basis
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible to manage farm division weekly goals for, but not limited to: breeding targets, farrowing targets, pigs shipped targets, production and financial targets
- Manage gestation, breeding, ESF (Electronic Sow Feeding), animal movement, and farrowing according to approved guidelines
- Manage, keep, communicate, and report accurate records on a daily basis for both production and financial data
- Responsible for placing all orders and maintaining current inventory and supplies order list (vaccines, semen, fuel, bedding, feed, etc.)
- Direct cleaning/bedding of farm and maintaining appropriate equipment, in compliance with NR and local, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain correct temperature/ventilation settings, and that all associated equipment is in full working order
- Ensure that all farm grounds, animal pens, facilities, equipment, etc. are routinely cleaned, maintained, and in working order
- Manage Period Close inventory, cost analysis, and cost control
- Develop and implement vision for constant improvement of key performance metrics including: sow herd and piglet survival rates, number of pigs weaned, farrowing rate, and pork quality
- Any other duties as assigned, requested, or directed by management/supervisor
Experience Requirements
- Ability to lead by example, and manage a team of 5-10 people
- Strong knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to problem solve, be a critical thinker, goal oriented, and a team player
Minimum Education
- B.S. degree in Animal Science or related field, with a minimum of two-year’s experience in straw-bedded pork production system/farrowing unit, OR minimum of five years’ experience in traditional pork production/farrowing unit.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Able to stand for several hours.
- Willing to work in wet and extreme hot and cold conditions.
- Willing and able to work around dust, animals, and various cleaning chemicals.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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