Sow Farm Manager-Farm 49

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Sow farm manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, herd health, and supervising the employees on the farm.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

• Training of employees on day-to-day processes and procedures and developing a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods.
• Creating and managing employee work schedules and maintaining accurate personnel paperwork, including performance evaluations, and providing constructive and timely feedback to employees.
• Performing audits of the farm to ensure all standard operating procedures are being followed and facilities are in good working condition.
• Ensuring that all daily and weekly production targets are met, as well as completing and submitting production analysis reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain health and safety of farm animals by adhering to bio-security standards set forth by Seaboard Foods.
• Perform audits of the farm to ensure all safety and standard operating procedures are being followed.
• The care and conditioning of sows on the farm.
• Submitting orders for farm supplies and maintenance needs.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates

effectively, action oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Builds effective teams

Building strong- identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Directs Work

Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.

Drives Engagement

Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

Optimizes work processes

Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year university or college, an associate degree or equivalent from 2-year college or technical school preferred; or 2+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people such as employees, managers, and senior management. 
• Ability to use critical thinking and judgement skills to reach the best possible solution to a problem.
• Demonstrate experience or desire to facilitate, encourage, coach and lead a team to reach set goals.
• Flexible to cross train and provide back up support to colleagues.

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. 

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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