Swine Production Breeding Lead

Clemens Food Group•Ridgeville, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about animal care, team leadership, and continuous improvement? Join our progressive swine operation as a Sow Breeding Lead , where you'll play a critical role in driving sow productivity, mentoring a dedicated team, and upholding the highest standards of animal welfare. In this leadership role, you'll train and guide the breeding team while working hands-on in a modern facility featuring Electronic Sow Feeding (ESF) , open-pen gestation , industry-leading biosecurity , and a herd that is 50% antibiotic-free . You'll report directly to the Sow Barn Manager and help shape daily operations and long-term breeding success. Lead and train the breeding team with a focus on best-in-class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detail Oversee day-to-day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movement Monitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systems Manage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non-productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push List Oversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to management Review production reports and use data to drive continuous improvement Project breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targets Set team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountable Ensure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all times Lead and train the breeding team with a focus on best-in-class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detail Oversee day-to-day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movement Monitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systems Manage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non-productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push List Oversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to management Review production reports and use data to drive continuous improvement Project breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targets Set team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountable Ensure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all times

Requirements

Previous livestock management experience (swine preferred, but dairy, heifer, or poultry experience considered)
Associate's degree or technical school degree preferred OR 5+ years of relevant livestock experience
Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and hold a team accountable
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Ability to stand for most of the day and lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

Lead and train the breeding team with a focus on best-in-class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detail
Oversee day-to-day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movement
Monitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systems
Manage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non-productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push List
Oversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to management
Review production reports and use data to drive continuous improvement
Project breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targets
Set team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountable
Ensure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all times
Comply with all biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety policies
Consistently demonstrate company Mission, Vision, and Values
Perform additional duties as assigned to support barn operations