Sales & Exports Production Supervisor
Genus PLC
Summary
PIC, a Genus plc company, has an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor. In this role, you will lead Sales and Export production activities, with a primary focus on the finishing barn. The Production Supervisor is responsible for coordinating production schedules, overseeing daily operations, and supporting sales and export logistics to meet customer demand while maintaining the quality standards of PIC's industry-leading genetics.
Job description
Role Overview
PIC, a Genus plc company, has an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor. In this role, you will lead Sales and Export production activities, with a primary focus on the finishing barn. The Production Supervisor is responsible for coordinating production schedules, overseeing daily operations, and supporting sales and export logistics to meet customer demand while maintaining the quality standards of PIC's industry-leading genetics.
This position is based at the APEX facility in Mound City, South Dakota, with limited travel required based on business needs.
You Will
- Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors
- Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from the manager
- Supervises the daily activities of production team
- Has formal supervisory responsibilities; sets priorities for and coaches employees to meet daily deadlines
- Requires understanding and application of procedures and concepts within own discipline and basic knowledge of other disciplines
- Uses judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems
- Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues
- Train novice employees on the most current Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensure animals are moved and efficient animal flows are maintained
- Ensure multiple areas on the farm are sanitized and washed using high pressure equipment
- Verify accurate and timely production information and records are maintained
- Ensure the timely treatment of sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals as required
- Ensure barn maintenance, office cleanliness and laundry duties are complete
- Ensure daily animal husbandry tasks are completed, which could include: Fitness testing, On-test, Off-test (leg scoring, teat counting, ultrasound), IMF testing, Projection of slaughter marketing (TOPS, Sub-standards, Improvest, Culls), Production flow for testing and sales, Phenotypical selection of animals to fulfill customer orders
- Implement change plans in accordance with farm needs
- Implementing and holding others accountable for following the Company’s animal care policies and procedures, safety program, bio-security protocols as well as compliance with all environmental laws and Employees are required to immediately report any known violation of said protocols and procedures
- All other duties as assigned necessary for the care of the swine and/or swine facility
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in livestock production, with a proven track record of completing projects and meeting deadlines
- Demonstrated experience supervising or directing a team
- Strong organizational, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
- Proactive and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Willingness to travel as needed; approximately 5–10% based on production demands
- Flexibility to work operational hours as required, which may include weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency situations
- Willingness to comply with daily shower-in/shower-out biosecurity protocols
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- FSA/HSA
- Long-term disability
- Short-term disability
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Employee time off
Company overview
Genus PLC is a leading global biotechnology company specializing in animal genetics and agricultural technology. Founded in 1933 and headquartered in Basingstoke, UK, the company is publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange as part of the FTSE 250 Index. Genus operates through two main business units: ABS Global, which provides bovine genetics and reproductive services for dairy and beef cattle, and PIC (Pig Improvement Company), which offers porcine genetics for pork production. The company leverages advanced biotechnology including gene editing, reproductive biology, and next-generation breeding technologies to develop genetically superior breeding animals. With operations spanning 30 countries across six continents and distribution to over 50 additional markets, Genus serves more than 40,000 beef and dairy producers worldwide. The company's innovative solutions help farmers raise healthier herds, improve food production efficiency, and reduce environmental impact while contributing to global food security. Genus employs approximately 1,400-3,300 professionals globally and generates annual revenues around $870 million.