What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reproductive Specialist Site Leader position at Pillen Family Farms?
DESCRIPTION :
DNA Production, LLC is seeking a Reproductive Specialist Site Leader in Blue Hill, NE.
Position duties include : Coordinate and direct the the operation of swine reproduction via assistance in the pre-gestation, insemination, gestational care, and movement of gilts and sows. Work with senior leadership to hire, train, and supervise farm workers to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed agricultural operation including team scheduling and payroll approval, team member training and discipline, management of feed and watering systems, management of barn ventilation systems, and manage vaccinations for all pigs. Responsible for assessment of sow and gilt body and health condition, documentation of all sow and gilt activity on each sow card, administration of treatment to sows and gilts and piglets, insemination of sows and gilts, estrus detection of sows and gilts, data entry using a PDA or computer, and oversee the selection and movement of all animals with respect to a team of approximately fifteen direct reports. Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.
REQUIREMENTS :
Requires a bachelor in veterinary medicine, agricultural sciences, or an animal-based agriculture-related field (foreign equivalent accepted) plus 2 years of experience working with commercial swine operations.
