The company is vertically integrated with a strong presence across the pork value chain – from farm to fork. Christensen Farms is the largest shareholder of Triumph Foods LLC, a producer-owned primary pork processing plant in St. Joseph, Missouri. In turn, Triumph Food members own 50 percent of Daily’s Premium Meats, a specialty pork processor bacon and other premium pork products. Triumph Foods also holds a 50 percent partnership in Seaboard Triumph Foods, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa, a primary pork processing plant.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position involves collaborating with production leadership to support farms by ensuring quality controls that uphold CF and regulatory standards. The Animal Welfare Auditor will deliver training to animal caretakers related to animal wellbeing, conduct on-farm assessments and audits, develop corrective action plans, and ensure the resolution of identified non-compliances. Individuals in this role will be expected to cultivate strong working relationships with leaders and caretakers to effectively implement solutions and ensure compliance.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Responsible for management of audits in line with biosecurity standards.
• Effectively organize and prioritize tasks, take full ownership of scheduling and independently meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in adhering to audit standards, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and procedures, in so doing upholding the integrity and accuracy of audit processes and reports.
• Conduct, document, and communicate outcome of assessments related to animal wellbeing, environmental safety, and other critical areas throughout the system.
• Accurately input and manage data into multiple designated systems and promptly communicate findings to relevant stakeholders to ensure corrective actions are taken in a timely manner.
• Conduct CF Annual Certification for both Contract and Employee locations (fulfills PQA Plus requirement.)
• Support farms by providing specialized training as requested/needed regarding animal welfare practices.
• Support departments as needed during external 3rd party audits.
• Identify and effectively communicate areas of opportunity beyond the scope of the audit, contributing to continuous systemic enhancement.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements:

• Education: Professional, two or four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• Livestock and/or relevant industry experience preferred.
• TQA, PQA Plus Advisor Certification preferred.
• PAACO Swine Auditor Certification preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Other Skills:

• Individual must demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills to engage caretakers, ensuring comprehension and ultimately influencing behaviors. A successful individual will exercise sound judgement to appropriately identify and escalate issues to ensure compliance at all times.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate clear and concise exchange of information within the team and across departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring mutual understanding of tasks and objectives
• Must have the ability to work within a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people, both internal and external of the organization.
• Individual must possess personal organization and time management skills with the ability to adapt and function effectively in a fast paced, changing environment.

Travel Requirements:

Position requires occasional overnight travel to accomplish training and audit requirements for all live animal operations. Additional travel to achieve certification or continuing education may also be required. The estimated overnight travel is 5 nights per month.

Benefits Package

Christensen Farms offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off bank, an employee assistance program (EAP), and more.

Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:

This position will require operating a company vehicle, or occasional mileage reimbursement. Any employment offer for this position is contingent upon the review of your motor vehicle record (MVR). The MVR will be reviewed to determine insurability based on CFF’s insurance carrier and company policy.

Vehicle Licensing Requirements: Class D and proof of insurance

• 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.

• 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

• 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: 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.

The company is vertically integrated with a strong presence across the pork value chain – from farm to fork. Christensen Farms is the largest shareholder of Triumph Foods LLC, a producer-owned primary pork processing plant in St. Joseph, Missouri. In turn, Triumph Foods members own 50 percent of Daily’s Premium Meats, a specialty pork processor of bacon and other premium pork products. Triumph Foods also holds a 50 percent partnership in Seaboard Triumph Foods, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa, a primary pork processing plant.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

The Training Program Specialist is a critical role within the organization, responsible for the strategic oversight, management, and execution of training programs across the company. This position plays a key role in driving the development, scheduling, and delivery of impactful learning initiatives, ensuring that training solutions are aligned with organizational goals and meet the evolving needs of employees. The Training Program Specialist will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to design, maintain, and enhance training content, while leveraging technology to optimize the learning experience. In addition, this role is responsible for the Learning Management System (LMS) and Oracle Guided Learning Platform.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Training Program Leadership
  • Lead the management and execution of training programs.
  • Drive the development of innovative learning solutions.
  • Ensure all training initiatives are delivered effectively, on time, and within scope.
• Course Design and Content Management
  • Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to ensure materials are current, relevant, and impactful.
  • Build, maintain, and update courses and curriculums in CF’s learning management system (LMS)
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Facilitate ongoing dialogue with stakeholders to address training needs, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with business goals.
  • Develop and maintain consistent and effective communication strategies for training initiatives.
• Training Metrics and Reporting
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to training effectiveness, such as completion rates, learner feedback, and performance improvements.
  • Provide regular reports to leadership on training outcomes and areas for improvement.
• Continuous Improvement and Optimization
  • Monitor and assess the effectiveness of training programs, driving improvements based on feedback, performance metrics, and organizational needs.
  • Enhance training delivery methods and processes to ensure maximum impact.
• Manage Oracle Guide Learning and Learning Management System
  • Ensure both platforms are fully operational, user-friendly, and meet the needs of the organization.
  • Monitor platform functionality, perform regular system updates, and implement new features to enhance the learning experience.
  • Provide support and training for users and ensure the seamless integration of new training materials.

Education, Training, Skill, Experience and Aptitude Requirements:

• 4 Year degree in Human Resources, IT, Communications, Business Administration, or related fields.
• 3 Years related experience preferred
• Project Management
• Technology Systems Administration
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Valid driver’s license

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND APTITUDES

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Data Reporting and Analysis Software (Oracle, Power B.I.) preferred
• LMS Platforms (Oracle) preferred
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred

Travel Requirements:

Position requires occasional overnight travel to accomplish. Estimated overnight travel four nights per year.

Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:

This position will require occasionally operating a company vehicle. Any employment offer extended for this position will be is contingent upon the review of the candidate’s motor vehicle record (MVR). The MVR will be reviewed to determine insurability based on CFF’s insurance carrier and company policy.

Vehicle Licensing Requirements: Class D

This position analyzes market data by group and flow and provides summarized data and opinion to Marketing Managers all in an effort to get the right pig to the right place at the right time. In addition to this, this position will generate various reports on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis and provide such reports to various users as needed such as Marketing Managers, Directors, and Senior Management. Additionally, this position will get involved in providing solutions to immediate problems as they arise as they relate to the movement of pigs from the farm to the packer.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Market Load Scheduling -Predicting, entering, adjusting, and reporting on scheduled loads of market hogs
• Adjustment of scheduled closeout loads to ensure required down days are met.
• Review of scheduled loads and pigs committed to packers and recommend changes as needed
• Daily Load Reporting to Market Managers and farms involved in the loads
• Based on actual load results, recommendations are made and schedules are adjusted accordingly
• Reconcile schedule versus book to minimize transportation issues
• Negotiate open market sales with packers as needed to receive best value taking into account base price, net grade and sort and freight.
• Develop and maintain relationships with procurement personnel at our primary packers
• Work directly with packers and transportation department when dealing with schedule changes, loads not arriving on time as well as providing estimated delivery numbers as requested by packers.
• Review all loads to ensure they meet their drug withdrawal requirements
• Involvement in redoing the schedule as a result of various issues as they arise (i.e. weather related issues, animal welfare issues)
• Generation, distribution and entry of information of 007 and 749 forms
• Daily entry of load results into schedule as they are received from packers
• Compilation of data used for weekly management report and market manager score cards
• Generation and distribution of large load crew scheduled loads
• Generation of various daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
• Upon completion of training, regular rotation of after-hours coverage

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum formal education required: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Other Technical Skills required:
  • Requires outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Must have a results-oriented work ethic, be dependable and have a drive for continuous process improvement.
  • Must have the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of individuals, both verbally and in writing.
  • Must manage time and priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Must have the ability to work within a team-oriented atmosphere.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to effectively build strong working relationships with a variety of people, both internal and external of the organization.

Reports to:

• Marketing Coordinator Manager

The company is vertically integrated with a strong presence across the pork value chain – from farm to fork. Christensen Farms is the largest shareholder of Triumph Foods LLC, a producer-owned primary pork processing plant in St. Joseph, Missouri. In turn, Triumph Food members own 50 percent of Daily’s Premium Meats, a specialty pork processor bacon and other premium pork products. Triumph Foods also holds a 50 percent partnership in Seaboard Triumph Foods, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa, a primary pork processing plant.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

The Animal Handling Manager is responsible for the development of the company procedures and protocols designed to ensure swine movements are conducted effectively while upholding the highest standards of productivity and animal welfare. Management and execution of companywide training protocols including Pork Quality Assurance (PQA), Trucker Quality Assurance (TQA) and Internal CF programs will be integral to success in this role. The Animal Handling Manager will be expected to represent Christensen Farms at a highly professional level when interacting with all stakeholders.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Development of operating procedures and standard protocols for swine movements in conjunction with Production, Live Haul and Marketing departments. Protocols designed with clear expectations and accountabilities for all stakeholders involved.
• Development of training procedures and management and execution of training programs including PQA, TQA and CF standard operations procedures. Conduct training for Load Crews, Service Mangers, Drivers and others as requested.
• In Field diagnosis and troubleshooting of swine movement processes and outcomes.
• Systematic approach to scheduling in the field using Marketing data to help drive priority areas of focus.
• Engage with contract producers, drivers and production personnel, providing supporting information and feedback of performance as it relates to quality movements of animals.
• Serve as a key resource for Producers and Service Managers within areas of responsibility

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum formal education required: High School Diploma
• Minimum number of years of prior job experience preferred: Three to five years of experience. Livestock experience is required.
• Previous experience in production or live haul transportation is preferred.
• Proficiency in English required.

OTHER SKILLS

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Excel, and Word

Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:

This position will require occasionally operating a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement. Any employment offer extended for this position will be contingent upon the review of the candidate’s motor vehicle record (MVR). The MVR will be reviewed to determine insurability based on CFF’s insurance carrier and company policy.

Vehicle Licensing Requirement: Class D

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

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:
  • Grinding
  • Batching
  • Pelleting
  • Bin Management
  • Load out
• Perform and document product quality control process as specified.
• Collaborate with Feed Mill Maintenance Manager to develop and enhance standards for maintenance programs on all major pieces of equipment.
• Ensure staff follow protocols for maintenance program on all pieces of equipment.
• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.
• Responsible for plant cleanliness, appearance and grounds maintenance.
• Ensure equipment inspections, cleaning and calibrations to assure quality control.
• Manage ingredient inventory to SOP standards.
• Responsible for entering and printing feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.
• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.
• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.
• Maintains close and effective working relationships with accounting, technical services, vendors, contract producers, and government agencies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment through participation in Safety Committee and monthly department safety meetings.
• Collaborate with Feed Mill Maintenance Manager to develop parts and equipment replacement program.
• Responsible for harvest activities including corn drying and corn piling processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Director of Feed Mill Operations.

Staff Development

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process
• Provide leadership, coaching, development and supervision of employees
• Hold staff accountable for production and financial results.
• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.
• Schedule all staff and approve staff time off requests.
• Prepare and communicate performance evaluations and plan reviews in a timely manner.
• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.
• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

Cost/Budget Influence

• Assist Feed Mill Maintenance Manager in management of subcontractors to ensure quality work and completion of projects according to bid and specifications.
• Assist in budgeting for Feed Mill repairs with maintenance manager.

General

• Responsible for all grounds maintenance and plant appearance.
• In collaboration with Feed Mill Maintenance Manager, partner with external project managers to oversee installation of new equipment or modification of existing equipment at Feed Mill.

Reports to:

• Director, Feed Milling Operations

Management Scope and Level of Responsibility:

Mid-Level Management

Supervision of Others:

Direct: Yes

Indirect: Yes

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements:

Minimum formal education required: BS from four-year college or university in

Agriculture, Science, Business or equivalent experience.

Minimum number of years of prior job experience required: Minimal, 5-10 years. Previous management or feed delivery operations or related areas preferred.

Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:

This position will require operating a company vehicle, or occasional mileage reimbursement. Any employment offer for this position is contingent upon the review of your motor vehicle record (MVR). The MVR will be reviewed to determine insurability based on CFF’s insurance carrier and company policy.

Vehicle Licensing Requirements: Class D. Class A CDL preferred, but not required.

OTHER SKILLS

• Must possess a strong mechanical understanding of task-specific equipment
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products and scheduling software
• Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of low cost, high efficiency delivery and maintenance processes.
• Ability to manage and act in a fasted paced environment
• Must have the ability to adapt time and efforts in priority areas
• Display a high level of professionalism and customer service mindset
• Provide leadership and motivation to operations, dispatch, and trucking staff
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Use teamwork to promote excellence
• Must maintain high degree of accessibility to staff and customers. May require evening or weekend work.
• Comply with all Company, FDA/FSMA regulations, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

The Nursery-Finishing Farm Manager is responsible for leading the crew in developing and meeting farm goals by understanding and following the Standard Operating Procedures.  This position is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and is responsible for managing personnel and management systems at the farms and meeting or exceeding production targets.

Core Responsibilities

• Communicates and promotes Smithfield’ core values, mission, and goals to the members of the crew.
• Works with the Production Manager to develop annual farm goals for the farms that will lead to the accomplishment of Smithfield’ goals
• Assures farm biosecurity is maintained
• Responsible for farm and financial performance by marketing animals for maximum return on weight targets and body condition
• Working with the Production Manager, assures the farms are operating at maximum capacity and assist in coordinating animal transport
• Assures accurate records are maintained
• Responsible for maintaining animal identification systems
• Trains new employees and assures proper animal husbandry skills are being utilized by all technicians.
• Ensures all staff move through the Training and Certification process as rapidly as possible
• Responsible for maintenance and sanitation of the facilities
• Ensures all equipment, machinery and vehicles are accounted for and properly maintained
• Does any and all tasks as described in the Technician job descriptions
• Follows Smithfield animal welfare policies and procedures including: providing a physical environment that meets the animal’s needs, providing access to adequate water and high quality feed, providing humane treatment of the animals, providing identification and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care and following the guidelines for euthanasia as written in the Euthanasia Action Plan found in the NPB publication, “On Farm Euthanasia of Swine – Options for the Producer”
• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes
• Reports all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor
• Reads and understands the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site
• Teaches and follows Standard Operating Procedures
• Responsible for understanding all safety requirements of the job and for performing the job in compliance with the safety requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience as a Farm Manager or Head of Department
• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in related field, preferred
• Minimum 1-year experience in swine production required
• History of good production in nursery or finishing environment
• Must have good organization skills
• Must have good leadership skills
• Must have general computer knowledge
• Understand and be responsible for animal production capability and take action to prevent performance loss
• Ability to do hard physical labor
• Good communication skills (Verbal and Written)
• Ability to read and understand company communications in English and apply them in the workplace
• Ability to utilize math to calculate performance for production and financial performance
• Must have accurate record keeping skills and be able to collect, record, and analyze performance data
• Ability to follow instructions
• Must have complete and thorough knowledge of all bio-security regulations
• Must be able to work an average 45-hour week with an average 9-hour workday, which can vary frequently
• Rotating days off which requires weekend and holiday work
• Must be on call to work in emergency situations such as power outages or personnel shortages
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises Technicians and Head of Department (if applicable)
• Responsible for all personnel including by not limited to: hiring, termination, worker safety, performance evaluation, goal reviews, certifications, payroll and staffing levels

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be able to push, pull, and drag up to 100 lbs.
• Must understand that Smithfield is a producer of high-quality pork for human consumption and must be supportive of the mission of raising swine for meat
• Must be able to tolerate and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging and tattooing for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry
• Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i.e. penicillin)
• Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, orders, and frequently hot and noisy conditions

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

Additional Information:

This job profile is a Farm Coordinator 1 (T1 level) position on the career roadmap.

The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Western ARS – HQ and Machine Storage (0758)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

JBS Live Pork is seeking a Swine Veterinarian for our Midwest Region located in eastern Iowa or western Illinois.  This role will be a member of the region leadership team and responsible for the health of 50,000 sows and their offspring.  A successful candidate will possess the ability to interpret and respond to production limiting diseases by developing, training, and executing effective strategies to support the profitability of the region while working collaboratively with other JBS veterinary team members.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate, assess, formulate, and present solutions to address health issues
• Provide visit summaries and recommendations to the production team
• Conduct routine health checks
• Implement treatment and vaccination strategies
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Diagnostic testing and interpretation of results
• Build and maintain effective relationships with consulting veterinarians and industry partners.
• Biosecurity compliance monitoring
• Maintain VCPR with production locations
• Schedule and conduct health related technical training such as postmortem labs, biosecurity training, and vaccination training
• Stay current on the latest industry developments, research and industry best practices

Requirements:

• Competent in management of swine diseases and a working knowledge of farrow to finish management.
• Eligible for veterinary licensure and USDA accreditation in Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois.
• Must be able to work well in group settings and independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• On farm activities are expected multiple days per week.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• General climate- Both climate-controlled office and environmentally controlled confined livestock facilities.
• During farm visits one may encounter dust, odors and other hazardous conditions

• During summer months outside temperatures can be over 100 degrees for entire scheduled workday.
• During winter months outside temperatures can be below zero for entire scheduled workday.
• Exposure to various elements inherent with Agriculture production.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to walk.  The employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is frequently required to use hands.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, occasionally exposed to extreme heat (non-weather), occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, occasionally exposed to vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but could be extreme at times.