What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gestation lead position at PIPESTONE?
Job Description
Lead and develop gestation team Train gestation employees to follow all production protocols and proceduresMonitor employee performance versus protocols to maximize sow and gilt production & efficienciesDevelop gestation area employees to provide specialized skills necessary for smooth work flowTrain gestation employees in animal husbandry to reduce stress of herd and maximize productionMaximize the daily tasks of the department to achieve production targetsComplete area paperwork accurately and timely;
train gestation employees in required production paperwork and monitor employee activity for accuracy
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with area employees and farm management Utilize task sheets and time frames to maintain an organized workdayUtilize consistent monitoring of task schedules for both yourself and gestation area employeesGive daily input to farm management on production, animal health, and gestation employee issuesTrain gestation employees on how their personal performance affects the finances of the organization
- Ensure gestation paperwork is completed accurately and on time Work with farm management to ensure completion of all work-related injury paperwork and participate as necessary in accident investigationDaily recording of monitored production itemsEnsure employees are properly trained on how to complete paperwork in the gestation area.
Submit production records and corrections on time
- Bio-Security Adherence Adhere to all bio-security protocols, train gestation staff on bio-security and monitor employee activity for complianceEnsure gestation area bio-security audit deficiencies are corrected and brought into compliance in a timely basis
- Safe Working Environment Follow all safety procedures and guidelinesTeach gestation area employees safety procedures and monitor employee activity for complianceEnsure all safety equipment is in place and utilizedLearn accident prevention measures for gestation area, train gestation employees and monitor employee activity for complianceConsistently monitor animal welfare procedures in gestation area
- Ventilation Controls Monitor and ensure gestation area ventilation system is in good working orderRegularly monitor the environment to achieve optimum comfort for the animalsTrain gestation area employees to provide regular input to maintain optimum comfort for animals
- Facility Maintenance The facility must be maintained and well keptTrain and direct gestation staff to complete routine maintenance on a daily basisCommunicate non-routine repairs to farm managementTrain, direct and monitor staff to keep gestation area clean and organized
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
1. Other duties and projects as assigned by farm management
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Education : High School Diploma or GED Preferred
Experience : 2 Years Livestock Experience with High School Diploma Preferred
Training : My Pipestone New Hire Courses
- Introduction
- Animal Welfare
- Biosecurity
- Employee Handbook
- Safety
Additional Position Related My Pipestone Assigned
Monthly Animal Welfare, Biosecurity and Safety Topics
Annual Safety Refresher Training
Work
Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas
Gestation, farrowing, and small swine care processes
Last updated : 2024-07-13
