Farrowing Lead - PFKS LLC

Pipestone•Almena, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Farrowing Lead oversees farrowing and reproductive care activities and leads a team responsible for the health and well-being of pregnant sows in a modern sow production facility. The role combines animal care, employee leadership, livestock production, and daily farm operations to support pig health, animal welfare, and production success. The position offers opportunities to develop leadership skills and build a career in agriculture and swine production.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Two or more years of livestock, animal care, agriculture, or swine production experience preferred.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lead others while maintaining high standards of animal care and production performance.
Must be able to work weekends.
Must have a reliable method of transportation to get to and from work.
Must be able to print and/or write legibly.
Ability to stand and walk and be on feet for 8–10 hours per day.
Frequently bend, reach, squat, and kneel; frequently use one or both hands or arms to grasp or pull.
Occasionally bend while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move.
Occasionally bend while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move, with assistance from another person as needed.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Train, coach, and support employees in daily production tasks and animal care practices.
Help team members develop skills, improve performance, and achieve production goals.
Assign and manage daily responsibilities while fostering a positive team environment.
Oversee farrowing and reproductive care activities within the farrowing department.
Monitor sow and piglet health, welfare, and reproductive performance.
Ensure farrowing, animal care, and husbandry protocols are followed consistently.
Maintain accurate production and animal health records.
Communicate regularly with farm management regarding production, animal health, facility concerns, and employee development.
Support production goals through organization and attention to detail.
Monitor ventilation systems and barn environments to promote animal comfort and well-being.
Ensure facilities remain clean, organized, and properly maintained.
Uphold company handbook policies, with a focus on safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity protocols.