Director of Grow to Finish Health - Rolla, KS

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Director of Grow-Finish Health position available in the Guymon, OK office. In this highly impactful role, you will be a key member of the Live Operations team. The Director of Grow-Finish Health will oversee the development and execution of comprehensive health strategies for wean to finish commercial operations that align with company goals and industry standards. This position will collaborate heavily with the GF production and Vet Service teams to ensure the most impactful initiatives in animal welfare, biosecurity and health management.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the "Best Places to Work", representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the creation and implementation of comprehensive health programs for grow-finish operations.
• Establish and ensure compliance of protocols associated with disease prevention, biosecurity, vaccination and treatment that improve system performance.
• Oversee disease surveillance programs, manage health data analysis, and ensure rapid response to disease outbreaks.
• Collaborate with vet service and production teams to adjust health protocols based on real time data and field observations.
• Communicate regularly with farm and production managers, providing training on disease prevention, health monitoring and biosecurity measures.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and continually refine biosecurity and biocontainment policies within the commercial growing pig system.
• Mentor and lead vet service support staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Manage departmental health budget, ensuring efficient use of resources, including identifying cost savings opportunities while maintaining high health standards.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies, research, and trends in veterinary medicine and pork production.
• Engage with industry stakeholders, academic partners, and research organizations to drive innovation in grow-finish health management.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Completion of a DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary college.
• Industry experience (2+ years) in production system or veterinary clinic with focus on swine health.
• In-depth knowledge of diseases, treatments, and management practices in pork production.
• Knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in swine health. Along with knowledge of federal, state and industry animal health regulations.
• Experience developing and leading health management programs in large-scale livestock operations.
• Strong analytical skills to conduct thorough health analyses and devise strategies for enhanced outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a history of successfully managing and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  
  
  
  • Ability to work closely with production managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders for integrated and effective operations.
  
  
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with executives, production teams, and industry partners.
• Competent in the development and assessment of biosecurity policy and processes.

Preferred:

• Board certification in Swine Health Management
• Licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Colorado where the company operates (can be obtained post-hire if needed).
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and mentor high-performing teams in the field of swine health, biosecurity, and grow-finish operations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Primarily an office environment with some need to work in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.