Pilgrim's (JBS USA) is hiring a Breeding Lead

Manage all functions of the department including staff for the successful operation of the unit. Take an active role in safety program including following safety procedures, enforcement of policy and continued training. Perform all required duties in a timely manner as outlined in the S.O.P (Standard Operating Procedure). Work scheduled hours which may include nights and weekends. Maintain a good working relationship with all co-workers. Must recognize and report any broken or faulty equipment to their supervisor. Meet company expectations for attendance at work and punctuality. Follow all rules and procedures from both the employee handbook and direct rules and procedures from supervisor. Attend all mandatory meetings and training. Must be receptive to constructive criticism by co-workers and supervisors. Understand and demonstrate AI (Artificial Insemination) protocols and procedures. Achieve conception rate goal for wean sows or gilts set by location. Understand and perform proper techniques of sow monitoring in farrowing. Understand and perform proper techniques of day 0-3 pig care. Understand and perform proper techniques of sorting and fostering. Understand and perform proper techniques of manure feedback. Understand and perform proper techniques of prostaglandin use. Understand and perform time efficiencies in all tasks. Assist in maintaining inventories of medications and supplies. Take responsibility for correct handling and storage of semen. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of pregnancy diagnostics. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of unit targets and objectives. Perform equipment, facilities, grounds maintenance and manure handling as required. Understand and demonstrate correct animal handling techniques at all times. Properly identify and understand and demonstrate proper procedures for treatment, vaccines and bio feedback guidelines of sick and/or lame animals through health assessments. Agree to and observe all Bio-Security Requirements for the unit. Achieve PQA+ (Pork Quality Assurance Training). Ensure that all animal welfare procedures outlined by TriOak are followed. Ability to lead the team in the absence of the sow farm manager. Assign schedules for power washing. Assist with loading pigs and sows. Training of animals for electronic feeding system and demonstrate correct feeding procedures. Held accountable for production results and key performance indicators. Records accurate concise records to be turned in to database systems. Count pigs total born and born alive. Performing Day 1 through 3 management, semen handling and storage and heat checking. Will perform supervisory role training and managing employees. Assist with Sow conditioning under direct supervision. Complete other duties as may be assigned. Project leadership qualities to effectively promote corporate philosophy. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making: to identify the important dimensions of a problem, determine potential causes, obtain relevant information and specify alternate solutions. Establish and carry out specific courses of action for self and/or groups. Show a competent level of self-motivation to complete tasks. Work within and lead in a team environment. Work in a physically demanding environment. Demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and caring. Be proud of work well done. Respect others. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.