ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

Description Principle Responsibilities: Support the Farm Manager with supervision and training of hourly employeesEffectively communicate expectations and job responsibilities to farm staffBe willing and able to perform all jobs associated with sow productionDevelop daily and weekly work schedulesCoordinating the activity of department lead personnelMonitor the appearance of buildings and grounds are neat, clean and orderly at all times.Oversee implementation and maintenance of breeding programs in accordance with the company’s breeding processes and procedures. Oversee performance of regular breeder checks to determine status of new litters and breeder productivity, ensuring that the breeding colonies are producing appropriately to include animal numbers and adequate litters.Manage animal nutrition, including feeding and watering animals, and cleaning and disinfecting pens, enclosures, and yards. Direct examination animals to detect symptoms of illness or injury. Treat minor injuries and ailments and contact veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries. Supervise injection of vaccines. Direct the selection of animals to be bred and semen specimens to be used, according to knowledge of animals, genealogies, traits, and desired offspring characteristics. Ensure accurate recording of animal characteristics such as weights, growth patterns, and diets. Direct packaging and labeling of semen to be used for artificial insemination, ensuring recording of information is accurate. Oversee preparation of containers of semen and storage or shipment.Inspect maintenance of logs of semen specimens used and animals bred. Oversee measurement of specified amounts of semen into calibrated syringes. Supervise injection of prepared animal semen into female animals for breeding purposes. Direct adjustment of controls to maintain specific building temperatures required for animals' health and safety. Examine semen microscopically to assess and record density and motility of gametes, and dilute semen with prescribed diluents, according to formulas. Oversee, tattooing or tagging of animals to allow animal identification. Required Qualifications 4 year college degree or equivalent experience3+ years complete sow production experienceStrong communication and listening skillUnderstanding of computer systems Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independentlyDemonstrated ability to effectively lead a teamBe a team oriented, self-motivated and positive individual with strong work ethicAbility to efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with Bio-Security and swine productionProven safety track and awareness Preferred Qualifications Bi-lingual English/Spanish Travel: Occasional travel required The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the followingcompensation and benefits: Benefits:Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.PaidTime Off:sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.401(k):companymatchbeginsafter the first year of service and followsthe companyvesting schedule. This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled. The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Aboutus:JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents.We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and ourcorporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Our mission:To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members. Our core values are:Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity EOE, including disability/vets