Farrowing Lead - Soggy Bottom at No relevant LinkedIn company found.PIPESTONE

Nebo, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Management, Animal Husbandry, Training, Record Keeping, Communication, Problem Solving, Organization, Biosecurity, Safety, Facility Maintenance, Ventilation Management, Production Protocols, Employee Development, Manual Labor, Hands-On Animal Handling

Industry

Construction;Agriculture;Mining Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Objective Pipestone Management seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented Farrowing Lead to join our fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will lead and train employees to improve production and maximize our farm's production goals, efficiency, and profitability. Role and Responsibilities * Educate and train employees to follow all production protocols and procedures to company standards * Monitor employee performance for accuracy in proper animal husbandry to reduce the stress of herd and maximize production goals and efficiency * Developing employees to provide specialized skills necessary for personal growth and how performance affects the finances of the organization. * Assign, manage, and maximize daily tasks to achieve goals * Log and maintain daily records and monitor for accuracy * Effective verbal and written communication with the farm manager regarding daily activity in production, animal health, facility relation issues, and employee relations * Monitor, train, and ensure the ventilation system is in working order for optimal comfort for our animal * Facility organization, cleanliness, and maintenance upkeep to ensure the functionality and longevity of the facility * Uphold all handbook policies per company expectations with a focus on safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity procedures Qualifications and Education Requirements * High School Diploma or GED preferred. * 2+ years of livestock experience required * Strong leadership and team management skills. * Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities Work Environment * Farm-based setting with exposure to livestock, odors, dust, and varying temperatures in rural areas * Requires hands-on animal handling and manual labor. * Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas Physical Requirements * Standing, walking, and ability to be on feet 8-10 hours per day * Frequently bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling * Frequently use one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull * Frequently lift objects weighing 3-20 pounds * Occasionally bend while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move * Occasionally 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 * Must be able to print and/or write legibly Additional Requirements * Must be able to work weekends * Must have a reliable method of transportation to get to and from work Compensation, Pay & Benefits * Benefits Package includes Paid Single Health Insurance, Family Health Coverage Available * Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance * Retirement Plan * Holiday pay & Paid Time Off

Responsibilities

The Farrowing Lead will educate and train employees on production protocols while monitoring performance to maximize production goals and efficiency. Responsibilities also include managing daily tasks, maintaining records, and ensuring animal welfare and facility upkeep.