Job Description
Position Summary:Reporting to the Senior Specialist, Hog Production, the Hog Barn Manager will be accountable for all areas and activities of the 9700 head finishing site.House Available to rent onsite.Key Responsibilities:Lead by example to provide effective leadership, coaching and training to all employees under their directionRecruitment, selection and orientation of employees Training employees on a continuous basis through Pork Avenue Training and on the job training, SOP update, OHS and HR related matters Workforce planning – ability to evaluate the effectiveness of staffing compliments and individual’s performance in meeting the production targetsEvaluate and manage employee’s performanceCreate an environment where employees are motivated to achieve company targets and objectives Reporting on variances in purchasing and developing corrective action plans to avoid shortages or excess in inventory Accountable for the implementation of CQA, Food Safety and Animal Welfare policesAccountable for the Environment and Sustainability initiatives on siteMaintains a safe working environment by educating and directing employees on the use of equipment and safe work procedures while maintaining compliance with the MLAF OHS Program Ensures that the site is kept in a good state of repair by implementing a routine maintenance programAccurate payroll record keeping, tracking of absenteeism, vacation days, hours worked Effective strategic decision making – the ability to recognize that a decision is required and having the ability to seek the necessary information to make the decisionAbility to prioritize the workload for their position and for the team through working with the Team LeadsIdentifying mechanical issues and recommending solutions to maximize the performance of the equipmentWorks with the Manager, Hog Production or the Senior Specialist, Hog Production to follow and implement new programs to meet and exceed MLAF production and financial targetsReview data reporting in all areas to transact and look for efficiencies Work in all production areas of the farm, as required Accountable for accurate inventory levels and purchasingAttendance at Hog Barn Manager/Operations/Health and Safety Meetings/Training workshops as requiredRequired Qualifications:A minimum of 2 years of experience in a swine production role is requiredMinimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role is requiredA valid driver’s license is required as the successful candidate must have the ability to attend training/meetingsComputer knowledge is requiredGrade 12 diploma is preferredPost-secondary education is an assetExcellent problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)The ability to:train and coach employees in an effective mannerwork in a team environmentwork under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneouslymanage potentially stressful situationswork independently and with little directionThe ability to live and teach our Maple Leaf Leadership ValuesExcellent knowledge of hog production that pertains to the role.