MULTIPLICATION SPECIALIST

Objective

The Multiplication Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the successful implementation and monitoring of the genetic program across all multiplier farms, supports gilt logistics, assuring and monitoring gilt availability and quality control. This position provides on-site and remote support, training, and troubleshooting to maintain program integrity and operational efficiency across multiplication farms and gilt grow-outs.

Role and Responsibilities

• Genetic Program Implementation & Monitoring
• Visit each multiplier farm monthly to verify proper execution of genetic protocols.
• Monitor program compliance remotely from the office and provide timely feedback.
• Training & Development
• Deliver on-farm training for new hires on genetic program procedures.
• Offer ongoing support and guidance to resolve daily questions and issues.
• Gilt Logistics Support
• Assist gilt logistics team with all necessary tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Inventory Management
• Conduct monthly farm visits for Cando inventory checks.
• Follow up on weekly inventory reporting and accuracy.
• Data Accuracy
• Ensure precise data recording in Porcitec, company website, and Cando flow inventories.
• Identify and correct discrepancies promptly.
• High attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping ability

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, or related field (preferred).
• Strong understanding of swine genetics and multiplication processes.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to multiplier farms.
• Proficiency in data management systems (Porcitec).

Proficiency in Excel and data analysis

Work Environment

·         Farm-based setting with exposure to livestock, odors, dust, and varying temperatures in            rural areas

·         Hands-on animal handling and manual labor are required.

·         Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas

Physical Requirements

·         Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day

·         Occasional bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling

·         Occasional use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull

·         Occasional lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds

·         Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or                  requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move

·         Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or                  requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as                needed

·         Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

·         Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths