Join Our Progressive Team in Swine Production!
As a Sow Farm Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in driving production performance, operational excellence, animal welfare, and employee engagement across a large-scale sow production system. This position offers the opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team, foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, and make a meaningful impact on the success of the operation.
“Lead with purpose. Grow people. Drive results. Make a lasting impact on the future of agriculture.”
About us:
Country View Family Farms is an affiliate of Clemens Food Group, a family-owned agricultural company with more than 130 years of history and a commitment to doing things the right way. As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, Country View partners with family farmers and team members across multiple states to responsibly raise animals and support a safe, sustainable food supply.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, we combine innovation, sustainability, and responsible animal care to support a growing food supply while investing in our people and communities.
Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth. We empower employees to bring new ideas, solve complex challenges, and contribute to the long-term success of the organization. If you’re looking for an opportunity where your expertise is valued, your contributions make a difference, and your work helps advance responsible agriculture, Country View Family Farms offers a rewarding and impactful career.
Job Description:
The Sow Farm Manager to lead a 5,000-head sow production unit. Reporting directly to the Regional Production Manager, this hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving production performance, ensuring animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance, leading and developing a team of 16–20 employees, and partnering with Human Resources on hiring, staffing, employee development, and performance management.
Oversee daily production and operations of a 5,000-head sow unit
Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 21 employees
Manage employee performance, scheduling, training, and development
Partner with HR and the Regional Manager on hiring and staffing needs
Conduct weekly farm meetings to drive engagement and accountability
Collaborate with Nursery Service Manager on herd health and production metrics
Execute animal care programs including vaccination and medication plans
Ensure compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, safety, and production policies
Monitor farm budgets, targets, and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and maintain annual business plans, updating quarterly
Participate in regional and system-wide meetings
High School Diploma or GED required (or equivalent experience)
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience interpreting data and making sound operational decisions
Commitment to animal care, welfare, and industry best practices
Willingness to work Monday–Friday with some weekends and holidays
Ability to stand and move throughout barns for the majority of the day
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently (occasionally more with assistance)
Comfortable working in a farm environment with dust, odors, animal dander, noise, and varying temperatures
Ability to safely work around livestock and farm equipment
Stable, full-time leadership role with growth opportunity
Team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement
Strong commitment to animal welfare and employee safety
Opportunity to make a direct impact on farm performance and people development
Country View Family Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
BENEFITS & PERKS:
At Country View Family Farms, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package may include:
- Competitive compensation and annual bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- Company vehicle provided for eligible positions
Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility requirements.
Agency Statement:
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
