Sow Farm Assistant Manager

About the role

Country View Family Farms is seeking an Assistant Sow Farm Manager to lead operations at one of their sow farms. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking agricultural company that combines tradition with cutting-edge practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the farm team through training, scheduling, and performance development.
• Oversee animal care plans including vaccinations, health programs, and welfare practices.
• Drive efficiency by monitoring budgets, production targets, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead farm meetings and maintain strong communication across teams.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare standards.
• Collaborate with regional managers and service teams on health, throughput, and long-term planning.

Requirements

• Previous livestock management experience (swine management preferred).
• An Associate’s degree in Animal Science, Agribusiness, Livestock Production, or equivalent (or 5+ years of relevant experience).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make real-time decisions and drive improvements.
• A collaborative leadership style that motivates and supports your team.
• The physical ability to thrive in a barn environment (lifting up to 50 lbs, working on your feet most of the day).
• A commitment to ethical animal care, biosecurity, and safety standards.

Qualifications

We are looking for a hands-on leader with a passion for livestock production and team development. The ideal candidate should have a commitment to ethical animal care, biosecurity, and safety standards.

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Experience with electronic sow feeding (ESF) and open-pen gestation systems.
• Ability to make real-time decisions and drive improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in a barn environment.

Benefits

Country View Family Farms offers a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate farm operations.

Agency Statement

Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.