Duties: Ensure all animals entering the facility are cared for at the established level, assessed, and identified as meeting the standards for processing for human consumption. Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed, and facilities are in good working condition. Provide training of employees on day-to-day processes and procedures to develop a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods. Responsible for attaining established targets for receiving animals and movement of animals through the system. Demonstrate a clear understanding of key performance indicators and the impact on operations. Investigate, identify, and resolve operational constraints in the process, such as the number of stressed or injured animals or bottlenecks and provides real-time solutions. Evaluate equipment and stockyards to ensure animals are held in a safe area free from any hazards. Utilize daily data to impact and maximize performance. Demonstrate a complete understanding of humane handling practices and compliance with Company, USDA, and FSIS regulations, policies, and standards. Monitor work schedules to ensure manning is at the established standard to meet production and schedule attainment. Ensure accurate record of staffing and time worked. Supervise all employees, monitor work performance, direct work, ensure accurate timekeeping, and ensure team members are trained and qualified and perform duties safely. Adhere to all Company policies and standard operating procedures regarding animal handling, food safety, and workplace safety. Manages up to 16 employees, including Animal Caretakers. Has hire/fire authority.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Zootechny, or related, plus two years of related swine experience. Experience overseeing production tasks and ensuring that company policies and regulations are followed as training and procedures manuals outline. Must be proficient in English reading and writing.