SUMMARY: This position is responsible for learning all aspects of the business at the unit level. Farm Apprentices are responsible for the production of a high quality product in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work place and clean environment. Specific duties include directing and providing leadership to Farm Team Members, learning all costs and production volumes at the unit and farm level including spending/budgeting, the safety of Farm Team Members, the biosecurity of the unit and farm, and all environmental issues including pit and lagoon level compliance, water and air quality and waste removal. Farm Apprentices are expected to gain a complete knowledge of the animal flow, processing, ventilation, feeding and vaccination protocols. Other requirements are learning customer satisfaction including PQA and maintenance including facility and dwelling maintenance. Farm Apprentices are responsible for understanding the processes for implementing and monitoring policies and procedures including standard operating guidelines and human resources policies and procedures. Farm Apprentices are also responsible for reporting production numbers, environmental numbers, safety issues, accidents and human resources issues timely and accurately. Farm Apprentices are expected to build working relationships with all Team Members that foster open communication, increase productivity and safety. REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent is preferred. Experience: Depends on education obtained. Computer Skills: Basic computer skills. Travel: None. Supervisory Skills: This position is responsible for managing one or more groups of Team Members whoperform like activities. POSITION REPORTS TO: Human Resources Manager

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 An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V