Director Genetics Animal Breeding Jobs in Indiana

Are you passionate about animal care, team leadership, and continuous improvement? Join our progressive swine operation as a Sow Breeding Lead, where you?ll play a critical role in driving sow productivity, mentoring a dedicated team, and upholding the highest standards of animal welfare.In this leadership role, you?ll train and guide the breeding team while working hands-on in a modern facility featuring Electronic Sow Feeding (ESF), open-pen gestation, industry-leading biosecurity, and a herd that is 50% antibiotic-free. You?ll report directly to the Sow Barn Manager and help shape daily operations and long-term breeding success.What You?ll DoLead and train the breeding team with a focus on best-in-class breeding techniques, efficiency, and attention to detailOversee day-to-day breeding barn operations including heat detection, breeding timing, pregnancy confirmation, and animal movementMonitor barn systems including ventilation, watering, and electronic feed systemsManage sow condition scoring, cull selection, and non-productive days; develop and manage the ESF Push ListOversee sow health by monitoring hospital pens, coordinating treatments and vaccinations, and providing feedback to managementReview production reports and use data to drive continuous improvementProject breeding schedules, order semen, and strategize to meet production targetsSet team goals, assign daily tasks, manage time effectively, and hold team members accountableEnsure animal handling, welfare, and biosecurity policies are followed at all timesWhat We?re Looking ForPrevious livestock management experience (swine preferred, but dairy, heifer, or poultry experience considered)Associate?s degree or technical school degree preferred OR 5+ years of relevant livestock experienceStrong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and hold a team accountableComfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environmentAbility to stand for most of the day and lift up to 50 lbsOur Commitment to YouA modern, forward-thinking operation with advanced technologyA culture rooted in animal welfare, safety, and continuous improvementThe opportunity to grow your leadership career in agricultureEssential FunctionsComply with all biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety policiesConsistently demonstrate company Mission, Vision, and ValuesPerform additional duties as assigned to support barn operationsPhysical & Work Environment RequirementsFrequent movement throughout barns and production areasRegular lifting, bending, reaching, and animal handlingOccasional ladder use and equipment maintenanceExposure to farm environments including noise, dust, temperature changes, and livestockAgency 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.