Breeding Head of Department - Farm 85111
Core
Directs daily operations of the farm breeding or farrowing department, managing staff, animal health, and production goals.
Role type
Senior IC farm production manager (breeding/farrowing)
Builds
Pork production operations
Domain
Agriculture / Livestock
Required skills
livestock handling, animal welfare management, staff training, inventory control, equipment maintenance, pharmaceutical administration, regulatory compliance, physical labor
Preferred skills
teamwork, adaptability, safety compliance
Technologies
company technical manuals, production manuals, training guides
Responsibilities
Schedule and assign tasks to meet production goals; train and monitor subordinate performance; maintain equipment and barn environment; manage feed inventory; treat sick animals with pharmaceuticals; ensure compliance with animal welfare and environmental laws; ensure employee safety compliance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with supervisory duties