Production Manager (Boar Stud Operations)

Production Manager (Boar Stud Operations)

PIC, a Genus PLC company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Production Manager (Boar Stud Operations) to oversee and direct all phases of breeding, farrowing, and wean-to-finish production at the Apex Gene Transfer Center (GTC).

This role is responsible for executing strategic and operational plans to meet departmental and company objectives by leading supervisors and technicians and collaborating cross-functionally. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate semen production, managing inventory, and supporting the timely fulfillment of domestic and export orders while upholding PIC's high genetic quality standards. The ideal candidate will have direct boar stud experience and demonstrated people leadership skills, with a proven ability to coach teams, drive performance, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

The position is based at the APEX GTC facility in Mound City, SD.

The salary range for this position is between $55,000 - $70,000 per year. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

You Will

Responsible for the achievement of key performance indicators on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis resulting in the annual accomplishment of associated budgets and production goals

Responsible for the daily schedule of activities in semen collection and processing

Coordination of accurate fulfillment of internal and external semen orders, both domestic and export

Staff training and on-boarding of new employees

Execution of health management programs and health reporting functions across the area of responsibility

Coordination of all herd health testing and monitoring, and health paperwork for export semen orders

Treat sick animals in accordance to PIC Health Assurance guidelines

Responsible to fulfill prioritized semen orders from genetically-elite sires for multiple mating strategies, across multiple sire lines, as directed by PIC Genetic Services

Execution of feeding practices, timely feed ordering, and proper sire body condition

Maintain accurate record keeping in Prism and PICTraq databases

Produce accurate production information and update all department records as required

Implementation of evolving SOP's

Responsible for ordering supplies, inventory control, and the maintenance of specialized equipment and technologies

Direct and prioritize maintenance personnel as it relates to their allocated time in the department

Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the barn, laboratory, office and employee areas, with particular focus on excellent laboratory hygiene

Ensure all aspects of our genetic improvement, bio-security, animal welfare, and safety programs are in full compliance, where variances from the prescribed programs are detected and action plans outlined to bring the programs into compliance

Follow the Company's animal care policies and procedures including: providing a physical environment that meets the sires' needs, providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed, providing humane treatment of the sires, providing appropriate treatment of sires in need of health care, and following proper guidelines for euthanasia

Provide employee review and performance assessments concurrent with corporate strategy while providing input relating to employee merit

Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures, reporting all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor

Ensure staff understanding of the Company's emergency notification process and how it applies to their specific worksite

Ensure staff understanding of all safety requirements of the job and for performing the job in compliance with the safety requirements

Effective communication with teammates, interdependent departments, and supervisors in order to competently achieve goals

All other duties as assigned necessary for the care of the sires, the facility, and the semen production process

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma; college degree preferred

A minimum of three (3) years of experience within contemporary swine production systems or Gene Transfer Center operations, partnered with proven results

Previous boar stud or semen processing experience preferred

Proven experience working with culturally diverse teams in a fast-paced environment

Proven ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems in a production environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications; ability to learn new software programs

Demonstrated ability to train and develop employees

Strong commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement

Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility and follow strict biosecurity procedures

Ability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency situations as needed

Ability to perform physical labor in a production environment

Ability to travel approximately 510%

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred