Assistant Sow Production Manager-Bloomfield, IA - Bloomfield, IA

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Assistant Sow Production Manager opportunity in Bloomfield, IA. This role is designed to develop and train the next generation of production leaders. The Assistant Production Manager will assist in managing day-to-day farm operations, support farm managers in meeting production goals, and participate in learning and development opportunities to prepare for future leadership roles.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist production managers in overseeing daily farm operations and achieving production targets.
• Support farm managers by addressing questions, gathering and interpreting data, and helping resolve operational issues.
• Participate in weekly farm audits to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and proper maintenance of facilities.
• Assist in providing guidance to farm managers on achieving production and cost targets and completing accurate and timely reports.
• Shadow production managers to learn about creating and managing employee work schedules and maintaining personnel records.
• Participate in training programs to build leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Use data to analyze current issues at the farm and train managers and employees in that area until the issue is resolved.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with diverse groups, including employees and senior management.
• Critical thinking and judgment skills to analyze situations and develop solutions.
• Demonstrated desire to lead, coach, and develop a team to achieve shared goals.
• Basic math, analytical, and logistical skills to assist in problem-solving.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety guidelines, operational procedures, and production reports.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• 1-3 years of experience in swine management, agriculture, or related fields.

Preferred:

• Associate degree from a 2-year college or technical school preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and sometimes push and/or move up to 300 pounds and climb ladders or platforms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is commonly exposed to airborne particles and gasses at low concentrations or wet and/or humid conditions.
• The employee is frequently exposed to waste material, feed, and hog dust.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate while in the office but can occasionally be loud.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.