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Our Mission
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Job Title: JBS Live Pork – Sow Field Manager for Northwest Missouri
Department/Location of Position: Applicants should reside in the NW MO region – around Maryville, MO – or be willing to relocate.
Summary of Position
JBS Live Pork, LLC has opportunities available for Field Manager.
Each position will work directly with a designated group of contract pork producers to assist them in trouble shooting problem areas and provide solutions for improving production. Will also help manage customer relationships as well as provide documentation of on farm reports.
You will work with your Production Manager to arrive at solutions and make decisions that will impact your area and your business unit profitability. Through farm visits, producer meetings and information sharing, you will aid the producers in finding the most successful ways of maximizing production on their farm.
This position will oversee approximately 7 Contractor producer sites and 30,000 Sows and 2 finisher sites in the area.  In addition, the field manager helps manage the producer relationship and assist in contract renewals.  Approximately 5-10 million dollars of pig inventory is a typical field manager’s area.
Principle Accountabilities:
  • 40% – Pork Producer Training
  • 20% – Auditing Facility and Environmental compliance and work to help producer meet compliance by offering solutions
  • 20% – Assist producers in Property Marketing Animals
  • 20% – Administrative duties – pig conformance’s, feed budgets, closeout process, etc.
Principle Responsibilities:
  • Coaching, training, and developing new contract Farm Managers
  • Animal Welfare and environmental compliance by offering solutions
  • Medication/vet ordering
  • Bio-Security compliance and action planning
  • Assists in controlling costs associated with feed, supplies, and labor
  • Maintains accurate number integrity for record keeping
  • Coordinates and oversees completion of special projects
  • Makes recommendations for operational improvements
  • Any other duties assigned by the Production Manager
Required:
  • BS/BA degree in Agriculture, related field, or 5 years’ equivalent experience in live pork production
  • Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Occasional travel – 15%
  • Ability to motivate and inspire people to achieve high goals
  • Possess Problem Solving Techniques
  • Demonstrates knowledge of overall business strategy and operations
  • Possesses proficiency in spreadsheet, database, word processing software
  • Demonstrates written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to bend, push, pull, twist, and lift approximately 60+lbs
Benefits:
  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
  • Better Futures Program – Online Classes or select 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
  • Supervisor Development Program: Opportunity to grow your career through leadership training.
Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
Travel: Frequent travel to farms in your region.  Extensive day travel and some overnight travel required.  This will vary depending on where you live in relation to the farms you support.
EOE/Vet/Disability
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<![CDATA[Production Manager-Wean to Finish]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:10:11 +0000 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:09:10 +0000 The Wean to Finish Production Manager is responsible for the oversight and performance of wean to finish swine production barns within a designated region. Ability to manage timelines and identify opportunities as well as solutions as they arise is critical to be successful in this role. The Production Manager will be expected to represent Christensen Farms at a highly professional level when interacting with all employees, independent contractors and producers. While geographically focused the successful candidate will be part of a team which is focused on system-wide improvement objectives.

 

Major Areas of Accountability:

  • Responsible for the oversight of swine production sites within a region under the direction of a Service Manager.
  • Identify, diagnose and respond to health, environmental and nutritional requirements of pigs in the designated geographical area.
  • Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are upheld at all times.
  • Prepare service reports for each visit that provides an accurate assessment of the site and agreed upon solutions; delivering value to both CF and the producer/contractor.
  • Work in partnership with producers, contractors and staff to ensure animal wellbeing standards are upheld.
  • Ensure vaccine and medications are administered according to established protocols
  • Manage medication, vaccine and supply inventories according to schedules.
  • When appropriate assist a producer or contractor in the identification and treatment of pigs in need
  • Prepare and manage a weekly schedule that provides objectives for each farm visit or scheduled meeting
  • Interact with others in a way that expedites resolution to conflict, promotes positive outcome and builds credibility and rapport.
  • Closely communicates and reports on results with the Service Manager.
  • Understand basic principles of contractual arrangements with contractors and producers.
  • In coordination with the Service Manager, actively participates in the group close out review and discussion with a producer or contractor.
  • Work with producers, contractors, employees and local communities in a professional manner to uphold CF standards and enhance CF’s reputation.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum formal education required: Some College within an agriculture-based major is preferred.
  • Minimum number of years of prior job experience required: Minimum 1-3 years previous livestock experience.
  • Other Technical Skills required: Requires an individual that has outstanding detail and organizational ability. Basic computer skills/knowledge required. Ability to manage time and priorities in a fast paced changing environment. Display a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of personalities. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to exercise independent thinking and judgment.

Management Scope and Level of Responsibility:

Contributor. Position without supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision of Others:

Direct: None

Indirect: None

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<![CDATA[Sow Farm Animal Caretaker]]> Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:37:07 +0000 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:36:17 +0000 -Pig Hill Animal Caretaker: Work alongside barn manager and current employees to perform daily chores and animal care at the 4400 head gilt development, gestation barns, and farrowing. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Expose oldest gilts daily to a boar and track observed heat dates
  • Breeding sows and gilts
  • Identify health challenged livestock and take proper corrective actions
  • Monitoring herd health through daily herd checks
  • Properly administer injectable and water vaccinations and medications
  • Pre-Farrow room preparations
  • Attend Farrowing (Birthing) Sows
  • Perform Day 1 piglet care
  • Assess ventilation for ideal piglet and sow environment
  • Sow and piglet movements
  • Adapt and learn new technologies
  • Assist in areas of daily farm work which requires teamwork
  • Sharing and developing passion throughout the company for well managed and cared for pigs and well-kept facilities
  • Keep accurate records
  • Perform general housekeeping and maintain high standards of cleanliness
  • Implement and practice strict biosecurity

 

Some tasks will be shared duties among the farm staff. Other duties you may find yourself participating in:

  • Processing Piglets
  • Vaccinating & Weaning piglets
  • Power washing
  • General maintenance

-Additional Responsibilities:

  • Practice good communication with co-workers, management, veterinarians, and other support staff
  • Uphold core values of the company
    • Teamwork: Working together to achieve common goals.
    • Trust: The foundation of any relationship.
    • Stewardship: Respecting God’s creations, our neighbors, and families.
    • Progressive: Embracing continuous improvement.
    • Optimism: Believing in a brighter future.

 

  -Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
  • Push, pull, bend, and kneel
  • Regularly walk and stand

  -Benefits Include:

  • Employer paid health insurance
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Matching retirement
  • Quarterly meat certificates
  • Production bonus & more
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<![CDATA[Sow Data Support Tech]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:11:59 +0000 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:17:32 +0000 The main objective of this position is to audit and maintain accurate information of sow farm production activities.  This will require entering and uploading production data of the activity inside the sow farms.  This position will work with the Data Technician to provide timely and accurate feedback to the Farm Managers and employees regarding sow records. The Sow Data Support Tech must possess excellent communication skills and be in constant communication with Farm Managers and other team members on a routine basis in order to gain and maintain a thorough understanding of the farrowing, weaning, and breeding activities occurring inside EFI sow farms.

Key Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to problem solve on own
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Detail oriented and highly organized
  • Able to prioritize functions and manage time effectively
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle language barriers a plus.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record
  • Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently. Bilingual skills a plus.
  • Basic math skills
  • Good computer skills- experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience in sow record keeping software a plus.
  • Must function as a team player.

Physical Job Requirements

  • May require occasional light lifting

Work Environment

  • Combination of office and farm work environment. (60-70% farm)
  • Expect frequent visits to sow farms (Iowa and Missouri) to assist with data records
  • Possible interaction with live animals (large and small)
  • Cubicle workspace provided for office work

Main Responsibilities

  • Go onsite to various farms to audit, verify and enter daily breeds, farrows, wean activity, and sow removals utilizing the sow farm production software. This will require the entry of information from sow cards maintained in the barns.
  • Provide backup for on farm staff for production records, as needed.
  • Work with Data Technician to complete sow farm data audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of the data entered.
  • Work on farm with farm managers and production staff on the proper classification of various events occurring on farm.
  • Work with Data Technician to assist in troubleshooting data entry problems in order to determine appropriate solutions.
  • Responsible for entering all maternal wean pig litter tags in PICTraq.
  • Printing sow cards, Running and designing various other weekly reports, and reports needed by management.
  • May require travel from time to time to production facilities outside the local area.
  • All other tasks and duties as requested.

Other Responsibilities

  • Consistent and regular attendance
  • Requires travel to all EFI sow farms (lowa and Missouri)
  • Compliance with biosecurity procedures including:
    • Understanding and following the Health Status Pyramid.
    • Shower in and out procedures,
    • All other protocols
  • Must follow safety protocols while performing all tasks.
  • Must understand and comply with animal welfare policies.
  • Reports to Data Technician
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