Regional Training Manager

Objective:

The Swine Technician Trainer is responsible for training new and existing employees in best practices for swine care, handling, and production processes. This role ensures that all staff members are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain animal welfare, biosecurity, and farm efficiency while adhering to company policies and industry regulations.

Role and Responsibilities:

·         Teach and deliver hands-on specialized training for all employees in proper swine                      production techniques, animal husbandry, and farm safety to reduce stress and ensure            animal wellbeing

·         Conduct on-site demonstrations and practical training sessions covering animal care,                breeding, farrowing, nursery, and finishing operations

·         Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt production.

·         Evaluate employees’ skills and provide feedback for improvement on efficiencies

·         Follow daily tasks to achieve production targets

·         Record and maintain production records, timely and accurately

·         Maintain facility maintenance and proper ventilation

Qualifications and Education Requirements

·          High school diploma or GED preferred

·         2+ years of experience in swine production, with a background in training or leadership            preferred

·         Strong knowledge of swine health, reproduction and production processes

·         Ability to effectively communicate and teach diverse groups of employees and                            leadership

·         Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Work Environment

·         Farm-based setting with exposure to livestock, odors, dust, and varying temperatures in            rural areas

·         Noise levels that require hearing protection

·         Requires handling animals and performing manual labor

·         Travel is required for training at different farm locations

Physical Requirements:

·         Standing, walking, and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day

·         Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling

·         Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull

·         Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds

·         Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or                  requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move

·         Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or                  requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as                needed

·         Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

·         Must be able to print and/or write legibly

Additional Requirements:

·         Must have valid driver’s license

·         Must have reliable transportation to travel to multiple farm locations as needed

·         Other duties as assigned