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POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:
The Manager of Gilt Development is responsible for the execution of SFI gilt breeding stock production management protocols. The Manager of Gilt Development will oversee supportive staff and all gilt-related functions to ensure adequate, timely and efficient supply of gilts from all gilt developer units (GDUs) into destination sow farms. Effective communication and collaboration with multiplication suppliers, transportation firms, sow production leadership and Unit Managers is critical for success. Travel required in central Minnesota and various locations in South Dakota and Wisconsin.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Cultivate a positive relationship with gilt development support staff, contract growers and multiplication farms to ensuring strong communication, trust, and work cohesiveness through the following responsibilities:
Make and coordinate visits of team member(s) to GDUs to fulfill responsibilities below
Schedule and coordinate all gilt movements with multiplier and designation farm(s)
Weekly communicate with logistics manager to plan and schedule all gilt and cull gilt movements out of GDU, ensuring adherence to biosecurity in sequence of movements throughout the week
Consult with and train staff and contract growers to ensure spot treating, daily observation, feeder adjustments and pig sorting
Coordinate and communicate with sow units, GDU staff and contract growers on arrival of animals, vaccinations, medication protocols, shipping dates and times
Support Director of Farrowing Production and Unit Managers to troubleshoot problems as they arise in onsite GDUs to include:
Optimization of ventilation
Elevated death loss
Ear necrosis
Enteric diseases & scours
Approve gilt purchase and trucking invoices
Coordinate CVI visits to GDUs to ensure compliance of interstate gilt movements
Generate and disseminate weekly gilt death loss report by lot by sow farm and GDU
Attend weekly wean to finish and sow production and health calls/meetings
Communicate gilt health status by flow and offer insight
Ensure compliance of sound vaccination procedures
Ensure optimization of gilt health, growth rates & isolation facilities via the following:
Work with stakeholders to establish and monitor gilt needs, including timely scheduling and selection of gilts, new replacements, culls and cull criteria, transportation needs, testing protocols, etc.
Annually review gilt vaccination schedules with herd veterinarians and Director of Farrowing Production; report any changes to health logistics coordinator so they can be recorded and monitored
Execute, train, and ensure all vaccinations are administered per SFI vaccination protocols
Communicate with feed department to ensure feed protocols and levels are maintained
Ensure optimal temperature, air quality, feed and water availability
Maintain efficient use of buildings for maximum throughput
Monitor upkeep of GDU & GDU equipment, including but not limited to feeders, waterers, ventilation systems, general site appearance, cleanliness and rodent control
Ensure proper operation of alarm systems, emergency curtain drops, back up thermostats, standby generators, and any other emergency back up systems; observe & document adequate functionality of such systems monthly
Work with contract growers to ensure SFI-approved emergency backup systems are in place and operational by observing & documenting adequate functionality of such systems monthly
Work with management and development to find additional sites as needed for gilt development and special projects
Provide support to all SFI company GDU facilities including NE and Flint Hills systems, as required
Work with veterinarians and sow farm supervisors to establish disease eradication timelines, procedures and gilt flow including:
Communicate gilt schedule changes with gilt suppliers, sow supervisors and regional farrowing managers
Inoculation of gilts per veterinary recommendation
Medication and vaccine program
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to use time efficiently
Strong understanding of the company's production system, gilt flow & sow farm flow experience
Proficiency in the use of the use of Microsoft Office, including excel spreadsheets
Excellent communication, judgment and decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism; able to represent Schwartz Farms in a positive manner
Acceptable MVR
Previous experience as a sow farm manager or assistant manager, gilt development specialist, breeding department lead (2+ years), or wean-finish supervisor with sow farm experience
SALARY: $65,000 to $75,000 per year based on experience.
BENEFITS: Medical insurance/HSA, dental & vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, 401k retirement plan and more!
For complete job descrption and to apply, please visit www.schwartzfarms.com (OR CLICK ON THE ''APPLY' BUTTON) or call or text: 507-794-5779
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SCHWARTZ FARMS INC.
Sep 24, 2026