Sow Farm Manager-in-Training
Belstra Milling Company, Indiana, PA, United States
Belstra Group Farms is a pig production organization with over 20 swine farm facilities located in Northwest Indiana and Central Illinois. The Sow Farm Manager-in-Training (MIT) program is designed to develop future leaders in swine production management. MIT will work closely with an experienced Sow Farm Manager and Production Leadership Team to learn all aspects of sow farm operations including breeding, gestation, farrowing, piglet care, people leadership, safety and biosecurity. This is a hands‑on role with progressive responsibility as skills and knowledge grow. The goal is to prepare the MIT to successfully step into a Sow Farm Manager role.
Key Responsibilities (included but not limited to) Operational Leadership:
Assist in daily farm operations including breeding, gestation, farrowing, and piglet care
Shadow farm leaders to learn daily decision-making and workflows
Follow and maintain biosecurity requirements and site cleanliness standards
Gain experience in proper feeding, ventilation, and facility conditions
Learn production systems, recordkeeping and Belstra performance metrics
Learn scheduling, labor planning and task assignments
Assist with basic maintenance and troubleshooting
Animal Care & Welfare:
Follow animal handling and care according to Belstra standards
Monitor herd health and treatment plans under veterinary guidance
Maintain health and production records
People Management:
Practice positive teamwork and communications in the farm
Promote a positive, respectful and safety-focused work culture
Learn how to train, coach and support employees
Assist in onboarding new team members as needed
Requirements Qualifications:
Experience or interest in swine production, livestock management or agriculture
Willingness to work in a hands‑on farm environment
Organizational skills, strong problem‑solving and decision making
Basic computer skills
Ability to work weekends/holidays as needed
Preferred:
Education or background in swine production or agriculture
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Previous leadership, crew lead or team player experience
Working Conditions:
Indoor livestock environment with exposure to dust, noise, odors and varying temperatures
Frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 50lbs, and animal handling
Early morning/rotational weekend work is common in our production
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive wage based on experience
Retirement program
Health benefits, including dental and vision options
Short‑term disability and life insurance offered
Gifts of pork
Planned company appreciation events, sponsored meals and community events
Looking to fill positions at multiple sites
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Key Responsibilities (included but not limited to) Operational Leadership:
Assist in daily farm operations including breeding, gestation, farrowing, and piglet care
Shadow farm leaders to learn daily decision-making and workflows
Follow and maintain biosecurity requirements and site cleanliness standards
Gain experience in proper feeding, ventilation, and facility conditions
Learn production systems, recordkeeping and Belstra performance metrics
Learn scheduling, labor planning and task assignments
Assist with basic maintenance and troubleshooting
Animal Care & Welfare:
Follow animal handling and care according to Belstra standards
Monitor herd health and treatment plans under veterinary guidance
Maintain health and production records
People Management:
Practice positive teamwork and communications in the farm
Promote a positive, respectful and safety-focused work culture
Learn how to train, coach and support employees
Assist in onboarding new team members as needed
Requirements Qualifications:
Experience or interest in swine production, livestock management or agriculture
Willingness to work in a hands‑on farm environment
Organizational skills, strong problem‑solving and decision making
Basic computer skills
Ability to work weekends/holidays as needed
Preferred:
Education or background in swine production or agriculture
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Previous leadership, crew lead or team player experience
Working Conditions:
Indoor livestock environment with exposure to dust, noise, odors and varying temperatures
Frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 50lbs, and animal handling
Early morning/rotational weekend work is common in our production
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive wage based on experience
Retirement program
Health benefits, including dental and vision options
Short‑term disability and life insurance offered
Gifts of pork
Planned company appreciation events, sponsored meals and community events
Looking to fill positions at multiple sites
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