IOWA SELECT FARMS JOB DESCRIPTION 

TITLE: Sow Farm Manager                                                                                           

REPORTS TO:  Sow Farm Supervisor 

COMPANY VALUES

• Adhere to Iowa Select Farms bio-security policy at all times which includes reporting any violations or concerns to management team
• Compliance with Iowa Select Farms safety policies and procedures which includes continuous education to maintain a safe work environment 
• Follow Iowa Select Farms animal wellbeing policy at all times and partner with the Production Well-being team in a timely manner if an incident occurs

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The purpose of the Sow Farm Manager role is to lead an on-farm team of employees to deliver the expected animal care, animal breeding, herd productivity and efficiency of their herd in support of the greater goals of the Iowa Select Farms production business. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership and Collaboration 
• Work Ethic and Dedication 
• Technical Capabilities
• Demonstrated Success
• Time Management and Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving and Initiative
• Trusted with Responsibility 
• Respect
• Communication 
• Accountability 
• Ability to learn and teach

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.
• Ability to read and write.   
• The employee must have the ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds along with climbing up ladders and over gates.
• The employee must be able to continuously repeat necessary movements such as bending, lifting and different hand movements as needed to complete tasks.
• Direct contact with animals may occur, so employees must be willing and able to comply with all company biosecurity process.   

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Local travel will be required for this position 
• Occasional overnight travel might be required for necessary events that pertain to this position. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 

 

 

 

 

 

• Bilingual requirements - preferred 
• At least 5 years' experience in swine production operations is desired. 
• Computer literacy is important with competencies in Microsoft Outlook Excel, Word.
• Must be able to, with or without accommodations, work in all facilities within the requirements of this job description. 

OTHER DUTIES

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice.  

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Job Post Date: 02/07/25