Sow Data Auditor

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 Sow Farm Managers and employees regarding sow records. The Sow Data Auditor 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.

Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Advanced degree or certificate in accounting or information systems, can be advantageous but not required
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (Experience in sow record keeping software a plus)
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently. 
  
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record

Key Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong analytical skills and keen eye for detail to identify discrepancies
• Experience with auditing practices
• Aptitude for identifying issues and developing solutions to improve data quality and integrity
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Able to prioritize functions and manage time effectively with little direction
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

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
• Interaction with live animals (large and small)
• Cubicle workspace provided for office work

Main Responsibilities

• Go onsite to various sow 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.
• Follow up with farms to ensure corrective actions have been implemented
• Work with Data Technician to complete sow farm data audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of the data entered.
• Work with farm managers and production staff at the farm level to train on 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 data cards for all farms
•  Prepare detailed reports summarizing production data on a weekly basis, and other reports as needed by management team
• 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