Site Manager-Nordic Multiplier

No relevant LinkedIn company found.PIPESTONE • St. Lawrence, SD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Manager oversees the daily operations of a swine production site, ensuring efficiency, animal welfare, biosecurity, and compliance with company and industry standards. The role includes supervising employees, managing herd health, maintaining farm facilities, and optimizing productivity to meet production goals. Depending on the site type, the manager oversees breeding, farrowing, nursery, and finishing operations. The position is farm-based and requires hands-on animal handling and manual labor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in swine production.
• Strong knowledge of swine production, herd health, and biosecurity practices.
• Leadership and team management skills, including the ability to train and motivate employees.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to work and attend meetings.
• Ability to stand and walk, and remain on one's feet for 8 to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, kneel, and use one or both hands or arms to grasp or pull.
• Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 3–20 pounds; occasionally lift or pull up to 50 pounds; and occasionally lift or pull up to 100 pounds with another person's assistance as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and attend and participate in meetings of varying lengths.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee swine production operations, including breeding, farrowing, nursery, and finishing, depending on the site type.
• Manage inventory of swine, semen, feed, and supplies accurately.
• Monitor herd health, feed efficiency, and animal performance to meet production targets.
• Analyze financial reports and make adjustments to meet or exceed budget; conduct SOAP analysis where applicable.
• Implement and enforce biosecurity protocols to help prevent disease outbreaks.
• Maintain appropriate environmental conditions, including temperature, ventilation, and sanitation, for animal welfare.
• Supervise, train, and develop employees to ensure adherence to protocols, procedures, and company policies.
• Conduct routine policing to monitor protocols, production, and efficiencies.
• Organize work schedules and assign daily tasks to maximize efficiency.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct interviews and employee performance evaluations, and provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of production, health treatments, feed usage, and employee training.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and certification programs.
• Promote and enforce workplace safety procedures.
• Communicate verbally and in writing at all levels of farm involvement.
• Communicate consistently with shareholders regarding pig deliveries and veterinary recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid single health insurance, with family health coverage available.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Holiday pay and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED