Swine Production Breeding Lead

About the role

Join our progressive swine operation as a Sow Breeding Lead, where you’ll play a critical role in driving sow productivity, mentoring a dedicated team, and upholding the highest standards of animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the breeding team with a focus on best-in-class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detail
• Oversee day-to-day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movement
• Monitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systems
• Manage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non-productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push List
• Oversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to management
• Review production reports and use data to drive continuous improvement
• Project breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targets
• Set team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountable
• Ensure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all times

Requirements

• Previous livestock management experience (swine preferred, but dairy, heifer, or poultry experience considered)
• Associate’s degree or technical school degree preferred OR 5+ years of relevant livestock experience
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Ability to stand for most of the day and lift up to 50 lbs

Qualifications

• Frequent movement throughout barns and production areas
• Regular lifting, bending, reaching, and animal handling
• Occasional ladder use and equipment maintenance
• Exposure to farm environments including noise, dust, temperature changes, and livestock

Skills

• Strong leadership and training skills
• Attention to detail and efficiency
• Experience with Electronic Sow Feeding (ESF) and open-pen gestation
• Knowledge of sow health and welfare practices
• Data analysis and continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

• Modern, forward-thinking operation with advanced technology
• Culture rooted in animal welfare, safety, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to grow your leadership career in agriculture

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate barn operations