About the role
Description
Breeding Lead Objective:
The Breeding Lead is responsible for coordinating and executing the daily activities within the breeding and gestations areas of the sow farm. This role ensures that all breeding processes—including heat detection, artificial insemination, pregnancy, and animal movement—are completed safely, accurately, and on time. The Breeding Lead works closely with the Sow Farm Manager to meet production goals while maintaining high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and teamwork.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (including but not limited to):
Breeding, Reproductive Management & Animal Care
Lead daily breeding area tasks including heat detection, breeding, gilt development, and pregnancy checks
Ensure consistent and accurate artificial insemination practices
Coordinate sow movement through breeding, gestation and farrowing preparation
Ensure employees are properly trained on how to complete paperwork in the breeding area. Submit production records and corrections on time
Report animal health concerns to manager/veterinary
Monitor sow condition, health, and behavior
Enforce biosecurity procedures and animal welfare guidelines
Monitor feed, water, and ventilation for assigned areas
Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience in Swine Production-breeding or AI, Preferred
Must have reliable method of transportation to get to work
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
Basic computer skills
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and be part of a weekend rotation schedule.
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Physical Requirements:
Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day
Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and handling animals
Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
Frequent lifting of objects 50+ lbs
Work in both hot and cold environments depending on the season.
Early morning hours are common
Strict adherence to biosecurity and PPE requirements
Indoor livestock environment with dust, noise, and varying temperatures common
Benefits:
Competitive wage based on experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance along with life and short-term disability
Paid time off and holiday pay
Retirement plan option
** Looking to fill positions at multiple sites**