What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wean to Finish Supervisor position at Hugoson Pork?
ROLE PROFILE SUMMARY:
Seeking a highly motivated engaging Wean to Finish Supervisor (Service Person) to oversee contract growers and internal production sites. The supervisor will primarily manage independent contractors, but will also interact with and direct internal employees, to ensure smooth and efficient production by planning schedules, monitoring standard operating procedures, optimizing productivity, resolving issues, and maintaining a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will be a clear concise communicator with the ability to work independently and connect with growers while striving to meet production targets.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership
The position offers a competitive wage and benefits package. The Wean to Finish Supervisor (Service Person) enjoys the satisfaction and challenge of training and developing growers and achieving ambitious personal and professional goals.
Respect and care for all animals is required. The ideal candidate must also possess experience in creating a culture of respect and care for all animals throughout the farm system. Knowledge and enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity best practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm operation. This includes showering daily in and out of facilities where animals are housed.
Seeking a highly motivated engaging Wean to Finish Supervisor (Service Person) to oversee contract growers and internal production sites. The supervisor will primarily manage independent contractors, but will also interact with and direct internal employees, to ensure smooth and efficient production by planning schedules, monitoring standard operating procedures, optimizing productivity, resolving issues, and maintaining a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will be a clear concise communicator with the ability to work independently and connect with growers while striving to meet production targets.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership
- Direct independent contract growers by monitoring performance and providing feedback and coaching to meet targets.
- Support contract growers through managing workflow and solving problems.
- Conduct performance evaluations and address production concerns through on-site walk-throughs and site management checklists and audits.
- Train growers on production procedures and safety protocols.
- Interact with internal employees and assist in areas where staffing is in need.
- Hold growers accountable to follow Hugoson Pork’s standard operating procedures.
- Provide direction and ensure schedules and deadlines are being followed.
- Develop and monitor production SOPs to meet company targets and to identify potential constraints.
- Adjust production plans as needed to address unexpected challenges.
- Identify areas of improvement.
- Coordinate events such as receiving pigs, selling, and vaccination events.
- Ensure the health and well-being of all animals in terms of nutrition, medication, and environment throughout different production phases.
- Implement and follow all biosecurity protocols while providing corrective action plans.
- Enforce all safety procedures. Investigate safety incidents and take corrective actions.
- Promote a culture of safety awareness among team members and contract growers.
- Track production metrics and review contract grower performance.
- Communicate production status and any issues to management effectively.
- Collaborate with other departments such as sow farms, feed mills, internal staff, and the office to ensure smooth production flow.
- Communicate directly with veterinarians to access and address health issues.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to hold people accountable
- Required 1 year of experience in a leadership role
- Experience in swine production is preferred
- Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data reports
- Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
- Must be a dedicated, self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and proven ability to effectively lead individuals and work independently
- Possesses time-management skills, as well as the ability to adapt and function effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Ability to work in noise levels that may require hearing protection
- Ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods on varied surfaces
- Ability to reach with hands and arms, perform repetitive motions, climb over 4-foot gates, climb ladders, and climb grain bin ladders/stairs at heights greater than 30 feet
- Ability to manipulate (lift, carry, move) heavy weights of up to 100 pounds with reasonable accommodation
- Ability to work in a highly interruptive environment
- Must be capable of being on your feet for 10 hours
- Must possess ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm
- Must possess good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp tools/equipment as well as operate a computer keyboard
- Must be flexible with hours and workloads due to the seasonality of some of the work tasks
The position offers a competitive wage and benefits package. The Wean to Finish Supervisor (Service Person) enjoys the satisfaction and challenge of training and developing growers and achieving ambitious personal and professional goals.
Respect and care for all animals is required. The ideal candidate must also possess experience in creating a culture of respect and care for all animals throughout the farm system. Knowledge and enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity best practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm operation. This includes showering daily in and out of facilities where animals are housed.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hugoson Pork, Inc., (HPI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state or local laws. HPI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salary : $50,000 - $68,000
