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Belstra

Sow Farm Manager-in-Training

Demotte, IN · On-site

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 ...

Seaboard Foods

Sow Farm Supervisor

Guymon, OK · On-site

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard

Sow Farm Supervisor

Guymon, OK

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard Foods

Sow Farm Supervisor

Julesburg, CO

$67K - $74K/yr

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard Corporation

Sow Farm Supervisor

Julesburg, CO

$67K - $74K/yr

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard Foods

Sow Farm Supervisor

Julesburg, CO · On-site

$67K - $74K/yr

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard

Sow Farm Supervisor

Julesburg, CO · On-site

$67K - $74K/yr

Supervise a Sow Farm and related personnel including day-to-day tasks of the farm, ensuring production targets are met, and supervising farm employees. Manage the research and control of animal ...

Seaboard Corporation

Sow Farm Manager

Turpin, OK

Must have experience managing four or more animal caretakers for sow farms. Must have experience in all processes of swine production from gestation through farrowing and have experience training in ...

Avcend

SOW Specialist

Irving, TX · On-site

Review, redline, and analyze SOW terms and conditions to ensure alignment with procurement standards, rate cards, and company policies. * Initiate and manage approval workflows within Fieldglass ...

Seaboard Foods

Sow Farm Manager

OK · On-site

Must have experience managing four or more animal caretakers for sow farms. Must have experience in all processes of swine production from gestation through farrowing and have experience training in ...

Hord Farms West LLP

Sow Farm Manager

Pipestone, MN · On-site

$40K - $65K/hr

Sow Farm Manager * Manage and participation in farm production * Manage and train employees to follow all production and protocols and procedures * Monitor protocols to maximize sow production and ...

Seaboard

Sow Farm Manager

Turpin, OK · On-site

Must have experience managing four or more animal caretakers for sow farms. Must have experience in all processes of swine production from gestation through farrowing and have experience training in ...

Seaboard

Assistant Supervisor Sow Farm 49

Forgan, OK · On-site

YOUR OPPORTUNITY We have an exciting Sow Farm Assistant Supervisor opportunity. In this role, you will attend and care to swine and assists in supervising employees at the sow farm under the ...

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How much do sow jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for sow in the United States is $36,187.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,200.00 and $38,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sow?

Sow jobs refer to positions that involve the care and management of female pigs, known as sows, in agricultural or farming settings. People in these roles are responsible for tasks such as feeding, breeding, monitoring health, assisting with farrowing (birthing), and maintaining proper living conditions for the sows and their piglets. Sow caretakers play a crucial role in ensuring the health and productivity of the breeding herd, which is essential for successful pig farming operations.

What does a sow do?

As a Sower, your day-to-day activities often include preparing soil, selecting and measuring seeds, operating sowing machinery, and ensuring proper seed spacing and depth. You may also monitor weather conditions and soil moisture to optimize planting times. Collaboration with farm managers and other agricultural workers is common to coordinate planting schedules and maintain equipment. Attention to detail and adaptability are key, as you may need to adjust practices based on crop type and environmental factors.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a sow?

To thrive as a Sow Farm Manager, you need expertise in animal husbandry, farm management, biosecurity protocols, and typically a degree or experience in animal science or agriculture. Familiarity with herd management software, automated feeding systems, and animal health monitoring tools is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in managing teams and maintaining high animal welfare standards. These skills ensure efficient farm operations, healthy livestock, and overall productivity and profitability.

What is the difference between Sow vs Software Developer?

AspectSowSoftware Developer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in agriculture, environmental science, or related fieldsRequires a degree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, farms, or agricultural settingsOffices, tech companies, or remote work environments
Industry UsageAgriculture, farming, environmental managementTechnology, software development, IT
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The main difference between Sow and Software Developer lies in their industry and work environment. Sow professionals focus on agriculture and environmental work, often requiring specialized degrees and working outdoors. Software Developers work in tech settings, developing software applications, and typically hold degrees in computer science. While both roles involve technical skills, they serve very different industries and career paths.

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Infographic showing various Sow job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,187 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Sow Farm Manager-in-Training

Belstra

Demotte, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description:

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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