Sow Farm Manager

Passel Farms

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Sow Farm Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, production performance, financial results, animal welfare, biosecurity integrity, safety compliance, and employee development of an assigned sow production unit. This role ensures maximized productivity and profitability through effective management of animals, facilities, vendors, and team members while maintaining strict adherence to company protocols, regulatory standards, and audit requirements. Objectives: Achieve and exceed established production targets (farrowing rate, pigs weaned per sow per year, mortality, feed efficiency, etc.). Always maintain strict biosecurity and animal welfare compliance. Operate within established budgets and financial performance expectations. Develop and retain a high-performing, accountable farm team.

Requirements

Strong leadership and team development skills.
Ability to hold self and others accountable to performance standards.
Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Ability to work calmly and respectfully with live animals and diverse personalities.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Financial awareness and cost-control mindset.
Proficiency in basic math and computer systems.
High attention to cleanliness, detail, and compliance standards.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years of livestock production experience preferred.
Prior supervisory or management experience is strongly preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all daily sow production activities including breeding, gestation, farrowing, and iso-wean processes.
Ensure adherence to herd health protocols including vaccinations, treatments, blood testing, and culling procedures.
Monitor and maintain proper ventilation, feeding systems, watering systems, and environmental controls.
Ensure accurate and timely production data entry and recordkeeping (feed usage, culls, inventories, etc.).
Maintain pig flow, stocking density, and facility cleanliness.
Oversee mortality management and waste handling in accordance with environmental standards.
Manage and control site financial performance including cost containment, purchasing, and budget adherence.
Oversee maintenance of facilities, equipment, vehicles, feed systems, bins, alarms, and utilities.
Coordinate and supervise on-site vendors (manure removal, repairs, mowing, service providers).
Recruit, train, coach, and develop farm staff in partnership with HR and leadership.
Manage scheduling, attendance, performance reviews, corrective action, and documentation.
Lead team meetings and provide clear daily and weekly work direction.
Maintain a culture of dignity, respect, accountability, and professional communication.
Ensure a safe working environment including proper PPE usage, safety training, hazard communication, and compliance with company policies.
Maintain audit readiness for biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare standards.
Communicate regularly and proactively with the Production Supervisor regarding performance, risks, and operational needs.