Sow Farm Managers are responsible for the directing operations of the farm and farm employees. They manage one subordinate supervisor who supervises a total of 2-10 employees in the Sow Unit. This person is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Sow Farm Managers also directly supervises 2-10 non-supervisory employees and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Premium Standard Farms, LLC policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Training and evaluating employees in the maintenance of facilities, attending livestock, and breeding and farrowing sows.

· Recommending or initiating personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary actions.

· Recommending measures to improve production methods, efficiencies, and equipment performance

· Documenting accurate livestock inventory of all departments including, gestation, breeding, farrowing, and nursery.

· Monitoring supplies & materials w/ in budget.

· Initiating or suggesting plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.

· Monitoring any maintenance issues & follow-up to insure completion.

· Interpreting company policy and specifications to employees and enforces safety regulations.

· Establishing or adjusting work procedures to meet production schedules.

· Adjusting controls to regulate air flow/temperature in barns.

· Analyzing and resolving work problems, or assisting workers in solving work problems.

· Performing same duties as employees as needed in farrowing, breeding, and nursery.

Interested candidates must be self-motivated, possess good organizational and problem-solving skills, and must be detail-oriented.  Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of standard operating procedures in the Production area. Basic computer skills are a must.  A GED or high school diploma and two to four year Ag related degree and/or knowledge of the swine industry is preferred.

Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to:

Premium Standard Farms

Attn:  Human Resources

PO Box 194

Princeton, MO  64673

660-748-4647

or human.resources@psfarms.com