Production Manager (Boar Stud Operations)

Genus•Mound City, SD

17h•Onsite

About The Position

PIC, a Genus PLC company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Production Manager (Boar Stud Operations) to oversee and direct all phases of breeding, farrowing, and wean-to-finish production at the Apex Gene Transfer Center (GTC). This role is responsible for executing strategic and operational plans to meet departmental and company objectives by leading supervisors and technicians and collaborating cross-functionally. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate semen production, managing inventory, and supporting the timely fulfillment of domestic and export orders while upholding PIC’s high genetic quality standards. The ideal candidate will have direct boar stud experience and demonstrated people leadership skills, with a proven ability to coach teams, drive performance, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. The position is based at the APEX GTC facility in Mound City, SD.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma; college degree preferred
A minimum of three (3) years of experience within contemporary swine production systems or Gene Transfer Center operations, partnered with proven results
Previous boar stud or semen processing experience preferred
Proven experience working with culturally diverse teams in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems in a production environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications; ability to learn new software programs
Demonstrated ability to train and develop employees
Strong commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement
Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility and follow strict biosecurity procedures
Ability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency situations as needed
Ability to perform physical labor in a production environment
Ability to travel approximately 5–10%

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the achievement of key performance indicators on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis resulting in the annual accomplishment of associated budgets and production goals
Responsible for the daily schedule of activities in semen collection and processing
Coordination of accurate fulfilment of internal and external semen orders, both domestic and export
Staff training and on-boarding of new employees
Execution of health management programs and health reporting functions across the area of responsibility
Coordination of all herd health testing and monitoring, and health paperwork for export semen orders
Treat sick animals in accordance to PIC Health Assurance guidelines
Responsible to fulfill prioritized semen orders from genetically-elite sires for multiple mating strategies, across multiple sire lines, as directed by PIC Genetic Services
Execution of feeding practices, timely feed ordering, and proper sire body condition
Maintain accurate record keeping in Prism and PICTraq databases
Produce accurate production information and update all department records as required
Implementation of evolving SOP’s
Responsible for ordering supplies, inventory control, and the maintenance of specialized equipment and technologies
Direct and prioritize maintenance personnel as it relates to their allocated time in the department
Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the barn, laboratory, office and employee areas, with particular focus on excellent laboratory hygiene
Ensure all aspects of our genetic improvement, bio-security, animal welfare, and safety programs are in full compliance, where variances from the prescribed programs are detected and action plans outlined to bring the programs into compliance
Follow the Company’s animal care policies and procedures including: providing a physical environment that meets the sires’ needs, providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed, providing humane treatment of the sires, providing appropriate treatment of sires in need of health care, and following proper guidelines for euthanasia
Provide employee review and performance assessments concurrent with corporate strategy while providing input relating to employee merit
Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures, reporting all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor
Ensure staff understanding of the Company’s emergency notification process and how it applies to their specific worksite
Ensure staff understanding of all safety requirements of the job and for performing the job in compliance with the safety requirements
Effective communication with teammates, interdependent departments, and supervisors in order to competently achieve goals
All other duties as assigned necessary for the care of the sires, the facility, and the semen production process