Sow Farm Production Director - SD West

OBJECTIVE:

As our System continues to grow, we are adding to our production staff. We are seeking a skilled production director to join our team in the Midwest. Strategic planning and corresponding implementation of plans ensuring profitability of farms and success of employees to promote the future growth of each organization. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate and instill company mission and core values throughout the organization through leading by example
• Ensure safety as a key culture at each location
• Provide a work environment including goal setting, employee accountability and continuous improvement
• Individual development of each Production Consultant based on the needs of their designated farms
• Educate all individuals in leadership positions in Company's message and System goals
• Hold production meetings to further the education of managers.
• Analyze and further develop protocols and communicate developmental plans of the organization
• Consistently communicate all necessary aspects of farm production and operations with Grow Finish Production Director
• Financial analysis of production system as a whole and development of production strategies in conjunction with finance department to support each organization's goals for profitability and growth
• Set PIPESTONE farm goals consistent with overall PIPESTONE System goals
• Hold production consultants and their designated farm employees accountable for their actions and the results obtained by their respective farms
• Mentor individual Production Consultants to further develop their skills pertaining to the financial analysis of farm statistics and profitability to develop strategies for improvement
• Communicate farm results on regular basis with farm owners/shareholders
• Provide strategic alliance with owners/shareholders for future growth plans of organizations
• Provide continuous improvement through analysis of protocols being used and further refinement and implementation of best practices
• Work with finance department to develop the most cost-effective processes and strategies in development of new farm sites

 

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

 

Education:          4 yrs degree in Ag related field  

 

Experience:      5+ years of Industry Experience   

 

Work Environment:   

Agricultural swine environment in rural area

Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas

Gestation, farrowing, and small swine care processes

 

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
• Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds
• Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move
• Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional Requirements:   

Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation to get to work and attend meetings