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		<title>Dairy Sales/Nutritionist, Pacific Northwest</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Sales/Nutritionist Location:   Pacific Northwest Year(s) Exp: 5+ BS &#8211; Mandatory General Comments   Regional market leader in dairy feeds seeks Dairy Sales/Nutritionist to join their team to consult with an established and prospective client base of local dairy producers to provide optimal and economic feeding programs and best practices. About the location: ·         The location [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Sales/Nutritionist</strong><br />
Location:   Pacific Northwest<br />
Year(s) Exp: 5+<br />
BS &#8211; Mandatory</p>
<p><strong>General Comments  </strong></p>
<p>Regional market leader in dairy feeds seeks Dairy Sales/Nutritionist to join their team to consult with an established and prospective client base of local dairy producers to provide optimal and economic feeding programs and best practices.</p>
<p><strong>About the location:</strong></p>
<p>·         The location is a beautiful valley in the Pacific Northwest<br />
·         You will be in a beautiful area with great fishing, hunting, golf, and skiing while still being within striking distance of cities with nightlife, shopping, culture and more.<br />
<strong>Climate</strong><br />
This is a beautiful location, in a valley on a bay, surrounded by picturesque mountains. The proximity to the Pacific Ocean provides mild winters (the record low is -6 F, and the average low in the winter is in the 30s F), not much snow, temperate summers (average high is about 75F) and generous rain.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you must possess</strong><br />
·         BS or MS degree in dairy science, animal science or ruminant nutrition<br />
·         +3 years experience in a direct-to-dairy sales or technical support role for nutritional products<br />
·         Excellent track record of customer retention<br />
·         The ability to balance rations using current software programs<br />
·         Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of being a trusted advisor to producers<br />
·         Highly developed follow-up skills<br />
·         Self-motivation, self-direction and the ability to work well on a team<br />
·         Excellent verbal communication skills, above average written skills<br />
·         Experience interacting with members of a dairyman’s advisory team including the DVM, finance, agronomy and herd managers.<br />
·         Business development skills and a friendly smile</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong><br />
·         It’s a fresh start with a market leader, an established customer list that you will grow with quality accounts, great products and the latest technology.  You are set up for success.<br />
·         Salaried position where successful sales/nutritionists earn competitive salaries and bonus incentives.  You will be paid for keeping and gaining customers.<br />
·         Established company with excellent reputation instills confidence in you and in customers<br />
·         A large mill with many bins will house the ingredients you need or want to bring in<br />
·         You will sell what the customer wants to buy including flaked, pelleted, textured feeds &amp;/or supplements</p>
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		<title>Dairy Sales/Nutritionist Trainee</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:20:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Sales/Nutritionist Trainee Location: BC &#8211; Canada BS: Required Experience level: Entry-Level General Comments Regional market leader in dairy feeds seeks recent college grad to learn to be a Dairy Sales/Nutritionist.  In this role you will mentor under sales professionals to learn to provide farm management advice and nutritional services to an established and prospective [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Sales/Nutritionist Trainee </strong></p>
<p>Location: BC &#8211; Canada</p>
<p>BS: Required</p>
<p>Experience level: Entry-Level</p>
<p>General Comments</p>
<p>Regional market leader in dairy feeds seeks recent college grad to learn to be a Dairy Sales/Nutritionist.  In this role you will mentor under sales professionals to learn to provide farm management advice and nutritional services to an established and prospective client base of local dairy producers.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you must possess</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>BS or MS degree in dairy science, animal science or ruminant nutrition</li>
<li>Practical experience working on a family or commercial dairy farm</li>
<li>An outgoing personality and sales aptitude</li>
<li>A basic understanding of dairy nutrition</li>
<li>Highly developed follow-up skills</li>
<li>Self-motivation, self-direction and the ability to work well on a team</li>
<li>Excellent verbal communication skills, above average written skills</li>
<li>A friendly smile and a passion to be successful in sales</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Chance to start with a market leader, an established customer list that you will grow with quality accounts, great products and the latest technology.  You are set up for success.</li>
<li>Salaried position where successful sales/nutritionists earn competitive salaries and bonus incentives.  You will be paid for keeping and gaining customers.</li>
<li>Established company with excellent reputation instills confidence in you and in customers</li>
<li>You will sell what the customer wants to buy including flaked, pelleted, textured feeds &amp;/or supplements</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Account Manager &#8211; Dairy Nutrition Products Salary: up to $80,000.00</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:52:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Account Manager &#8211; Dairy Nutrition Products Location: Anywhere in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas or Nebraska Salary: up to $80,000.00 Degree: Bachelor of Science; Experience required:  At least 1 year of experience selling direct-to-farm or selling to feed mills.   Job Description Market leader in dairy feed ingredients products seeks Account Manager to manage large regional accounts [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Account Manager &#8211; Dairy Nutrition Products</strong></p>
<p>Location: Anywhere in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas or Nebraska</p>
<p>Salary: up to $80,000.00</p>
<p>Degree: Bachelor of Science;</p>
<p><strong>Experience required:  At least 1 year of experience selling direct-to-farm or selling to feed mills.</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Market leader in dairy feed ingredients products seeks Account Manager to manage large regional accounts and develop new relationships with feed mills throughout IA, MO, KS and NE.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In this role the successful candidate will spend 50% of their time prospecting new customers and 50% maintaining relationships with existing accounts.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons the right person will love this job</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Lean organization &#8211; you will get answers quickly without red tape</li>
<li>Company is a leader in the market</li>
<li>Products are selling &#8211; sales growing</li>
<li>Recognized brand &#8211; known  for quality</li>
<li>You will report to the company GM</li>
<li>Base salary + bonus potential</li>
<li>Company car/car plan</li>
<li>Territory has room for growth</li>
<li>Company has tremendous financial strength</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role you must possess</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Drive and a competitive spirit &#8211; this company is growing fast and they need top performers to help maintain the growth</li>
<li>Self-motivation and excellent follow up skills &#8211; you&#8217;re selling premium products at top dollar, top service is required</li>
<li>The ability to develop a market, 50% of your time will be spent developing new customers</li>
<li>A BS degree in dairy science, animal science or agri-business</li>
<li>A track record of sales success selling direct-to-farm or selling to feed mills.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Compliance / Logistics Manager Salary: $60,000 &#8211; $80,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:47:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Compliance / Logistics Manager Colorado Salary: $60,000 &#8211; $80,000 &#160; Qualifications: &#160; - Bachelor s Degree - 5 years related experience with regulatory compliance and/or auditing, experience in preferably organic business, agricultural, and/or livestock industry - Prefer experience with inbound trucks to processing plant from milk producers - Experience with outbound truck orders to retail [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Compliance / Logistics Manager</strong></p>
<p>Colorado</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000 &#8211; $80,000</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications: </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>- Bachelor s Degree</p>
<p>- 5 years related experience with regulatory compliance and/or auditing, experience in preferably organic business, agricultural, and/or livestock industry</p>
<p>- Prefer experience with inbound trucks to processing plant from milk producers</p>
<p>- Experience with outbound truck orders to retail stores</p>
<p>- See additional qualifications listed below</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Processing operation located in Colorado is currently searching for a Compliance / Logistics Manager who is responsible for organic regulatory submissions, monitoring, compliance and review. Provide subject matter expertise regarding USDA National Organic Program regulations for the company s crop, livestock and processing operations. Responsibilities: routine monitoring and record keeping, internal audits, review of organic compliance, coordinate internally and externally to assure compliance with USDA regulations, develop training programs, analyze reports, monitor regulatory requirements and recommend strategies, create work plans, balance and schedule inbound truck to processing plant and outbound truck orders to retail stores.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Searching for a candidate with Bachelor s Degree, 5 years related experience with regulatory compliance and/or auditing, experience in preferably organic business, agricultural, and/or livestock industry, excellent problem solving skills, demonstrated comfort and skill supplying public voice to auditors, inspectors, and regulators, can manage multiple tasks, excellent computer skills with familiarity in Great Plains and DSI a plus, valid driver s license. Spanish skills a +.</p>
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		<title>Feed Mill Manager, Indiana, Salary: $35,000 &#8211; $50,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:46:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Feed Mill Manager Location: Indiana              Salary: $35,000 &#8211; $50,000 &#160; Qualifications: &#160; - Previous forklift experience - Required: Candidate must have experience with at least one of the following: feed mill experience, grain handling or seed industry experience, manufacturing experience, or farming / agribusiness experience - Qualified individuals will have a positive attitude - Show [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Feed Mill Manager</strong></p>
<p>Location: Indiana              Salary: $35,000 &#8211; $50,000</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Qualifications:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>- Previous forklift experience</p>
<p>- Required: Candidate must have experience with at least one of the following: feed mill experience, grain handling or seed industry experience, manufacturing experience, or farming / agribusiness experience</p>
<p>- Qualified individuals will have a positive attitude</p>
<p>- Show good employment history</p>
<p>- Strong excellent work ethics</p>
<p>- Good attention to detail is a must</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Feed manufacturer located in Indiana is searching for a hands on Feed Mill Manager. This specialty mill manufactures texturized, pelleted, and mineral / premix feeds. Will consider candidates that are ready to move up into a feed mill manager position. Mechanical ability and an interest in machinery is a plus. Looking for a dedicated individual who is concerned about the business and the quality of the products manufactured. Will be responsible for manufacturing feed, quality control, shipping and receiving, inventory control, customer service, and equipment / plant maintenance. Daily work consists of operating machinery, manufacturing feed, running a forklift, using grain legs, augers, pellet mills, mixers, and conveyors.</p>
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		<title>Technical Services Specialist-Swine or Poultry Salary: $125,000 &#8211; $160,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:03:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Technical Services Specialist-Swine or Poultry Location: Open, prefer Eastern US Salary: $125,000 &#8211; $160,000 &#160; Qualifications: &#160; Minimum requirements: - Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition (poultry/swine-or equivalent) - 10 years of commercial experience - Proactive problem-solving skills - Ability to created long-term relationships - Knowledge of feed and livestock industries - Proficient in Microsoft programs - [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Technical Services Specialist-Swine or Poultry</strong></p>
<p>Location: Open, prefer Eastern US</p>
<p>Salary: $125,000 &#8211; $160,000</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications: </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Minimum requirements: </strong></p>
<p>- Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition (poultry/swine-or equivalent)</p>
<p>- 10 years of commercial experience</p>
<p>- Proactive problem-solving skills</p>
<p>- Ability to created long-term relationships</p>
<p>- Knowledge of feed and livestock industries</p>
<p>- Proficient in Microsoft programs</p>
<p>- Willing to work from home and travel</p>
<p>Job Description:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Major Ag Employer seeking a Technical Services Specialist to provide proactive poultry and swine nutritional solution and support services to it s growing customer base, and additionally develop and maintain current business. Responsibilities include providing technical support for poultry and swine integrators and feed manufacturers. Develop and maintain relationships with customers and prospects, participate in setting objects and executing plans for sales and marketing, define and implement sales strategies, manage product evaluations, maintain key business / technical information for customers, understand threats, market intelligence and pricing, participate in development, give feedback, and provide support for product registration. Will primarily service the US marketplace with occasional international travel. Need to understand all aspects of poultry and swine production with special expertise in phytase and NSPase additives research design principles, how to apply research production settings, basic marketing and selling techniques, statistical analysis concepts, and basic business principles, ability to understand customer needs, self-motivated, and have excellent selling and negotiation skills.</p>
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		<title>Layer and Turkey Sales Manager, Salary: $100,000 &#8211; $135,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:02:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Layer and Turkey Sales Manager Location: Open, prefer Eastern US Salary: $100,000 &#8211; $135,000 Benefits: Excellent Benefit Package Qualifications: &#160; Minimum requirements: `Degree in Animal or Poultry Nutrition or Science or equivalent professional experience `10+ years of professional experience in poultry production industry with direct poultry sales and marketing &#160; Job Description: &#160; Major Ag [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Layer and Turkey Sales Manager</p>
<p>Location: Open, prefer Eastern US</p>
<p>Salary: $100,000 &#8211; $135,000</p>
<p>Benefits: Excellent Benefit Package</p>
<p>Qualifications:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Minimum requirements:</p>
<p>`Degree in Animal or Poultry Nutrition or Science or equivalent professional experience</p>
<p>`10+ years of professional experience in poultry production industry with direct poultry sales and marketing</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Job Description:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Major Ag Employer seeking a proven Sales Manager to represent the company to potential commercial layer and turkey customers, may include broilers, ducks, and feed companies, to develop new sales opportunities and to provide technical sales support to those customers. Responsibilities include: Calling on customers and prospects, provide technical sales information, data and support to customers, maintain up-to-date prospect and customer reporting, follow up to assure the order-delivery-collection segments, attend sales and company meetings, and attend industry functions.</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Specialist, Central Pennsylvania</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/27/dairy-nutrition-specialist-central-pennsylvania-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:46:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutrition Specialist Central Pennsylvania Salary variable depending on experience. &#160;  General Comments       Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for a territory in Union, Mifflin and Snyder counties in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Specialist</strong></p>
<p>Central Pennsylvania</p>
<p>Salary variable depending on experience.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong> General Comments       </strong></p>
<p>Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for a territory in Union, Mifflin and Snyder counties in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.  This opportunity can best be described as taking a good territory and making it great.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a local search. Candidates should be located in central Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>This is a great job for the right person because </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>High concentration of dairies in the region</li>
<li>Company provides auto expenses and all necessary tools.</li>
<li>Excellent benefit package</li>
<li>Salary + Incentive program</li>
<li>Company produces top quality feeds</li>
<li>Support from the Regional Manager</li>
<li>Commitment to produce excellent and innovate products</li>
<li>Company commitment to ongoing training of its sales force.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>This position requires candidates to have a basic understanding of dairy production, a good understanding of agriculture and sales aptitude, experience selling in the dairy business. Successful candidates may have sold feed, genetics, farm equipment, dairy equipment or animal health products. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an outgoing personality and enjoys 1 on 1 interaction with farmers. Candidates must be self motivated and self directed. A four-year degree in agriculture, dairy science or animal science is strongly preferred.</p>
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		<title>Microbiologist, Midwest, Up to $100K</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/26/microbiologist-midwest-up-to-100k/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:12:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Microbiologist Salary: Up to $100K &#160; Responsible for supervising the bacteriology department within a veterinary reference laboratory. Will oversee the bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology diagnostics on samples. Responsibilities: Supervises microbiology staff to ensure efficient and accurate operations. Acts as case coordinator. Manages and oversees laboratory work in Microbiology department. Plans and organizes resources and actives [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Microbiologist</strong></p>
<p>Salary: Up to $100K</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Responsible for supervising the bacteriology department within a veterinary reference laboratory. Will oversee the bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology diagnostics on samples.</p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervises microbiology staff to ensure efficient and accurate operations.</li>
<li>Acts as case coordinator.</li>
<li>Manages and oversees laboratory work in Microbiology department.</li>
<li>Plans and organizes resources and actives within the Microbiology department.</li>
<li>Summarizes and reports laboratory test results.</li>
<li>Advises and consults with clients regarding issues in Microbiology disciplines.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Requirements &amp; Qualifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Must possess one or more of the following: DVM and/or Ph.D. degree in Microbiology.</li>
<li>Prefer diplomats of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologist.</li>
<li>Excellent communications skills.</li>
<li>Ability to regularly engage with veterinary practitioners.</li>
<li>Previous experience supervising staff.</li>
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		<title>Veterinary Regional Account Manager – NEW locations</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:10:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Veterinary Regional Account Manager – NEW locations &#160; Our client has an immediate need for a Veterinary Regional Account Manager in multiple regions to generate sales by calling on existing customers, sales leads and potential animal health or research opportunities in assigned region and to provide ongoing customer education and support. The incumbent will develop [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Veterinary Regional Account Manager – NEW locations</strong></p>
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<p>Our client has an immediate need for a Veterinary Regional Account Manager in multiple regions to generate sales by calling on existing customers, sales leads and potential animal health or research opportunities in assigned region and to provide ongoing customer education and support. The incumbent will develop and maintain a complete understanding of our clients products and services. The incumbent will travel extensively during the day and overnight travel will be approximately 4-8 nights per month. The incumbent will generate new business and business leads and will provide ongoing customer support including supporting customers with product or technical calls.</p>
<p>Qualifications include Minimum of an Associates Degree (Bachelors Degree preferred) preferable with a science or business emphasis. Outside sales experience preferably selling to veterinarians. A veterinary technician background would be of interest as well. Good oral and written skills. Good active listening ability. Basic computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets. Valid DL, clean driving record, auto insurance. Ability to travel and ability to lift 60 pounds.</p>
<p>Locations include:</p>
<p>Los Angeles / Central Valley, CA</p>
<p>St Louis, MO</p>
<p>Louisvlle, KY</p>
<p>Austin / San Antonio, TX</p>
<p>Buffalo, NY</p>
<p>Albany, NY</p>
<p>Washington DC</p>
<p>Norfolk, VA</p>
<p>Pittsburgh, PA</p>
<p>Harrisburg, PA</p>
<p>Ft Myers, FL</p>
<p>Jackson, MS</p>
<p>Lubbock, TX</p>
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		<title>Swine Veterinarian – Midwest US / Canada</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:33:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Swine Veterinarian – Midwest US / Canada Salary: Flexible, depending on experience. $100K-$125K &#160; Our client seeks a Swine Technical Services Veterinarian to join their team in launching and supporting their innovative therapeutic product line in the USA and Canada. &#160; Job Description: In this role, the successful candidate will support sales through professional level [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Swine Veterinarian – Midwest US / Canada</strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary: Flexible, depending on experience. $100K-$125K</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our client seeks a Swine Technical Services Veterinarian to join their team in launching and supporting their innovative therapeutic product line in the USA and Canada.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p>
<p>In this role, the successful candidate will support sales through professional level technical support to swine veterinarians, producers and distributors and will establish professional relationships with key opinion leaders in industry, government and academic circles.</p>
<p>The incumbent will design, monitor and report on field trials and collaborate with academic or research trial cooperators and will provide technical input for the development of training, marketing and sales materials.</p>
<p>The veterinarian will provide technical support for sales representatives, marketing personnel and fellow technical team members and will investigate and report on disease breaks and product complaints through problem resolution strategies which might include farm visits and diagnostic investigations.</p>
<p>The incumbent will prepare and submit abstracts of field trials for oral or poster presentation at industry meetings.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong> include a veterinary degree with minimum of 3 years veterinary practice, industry or production system experience. Swine experience is required.  This position will be home/field based in the Midwest or Canada. Travel within both countries will be required. Travel is expected to be 75% overnight. Full time or consultant candidates will be considered.</p>
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		<title>Professional Services Veterinarian – Pacific NW</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:33:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Professional Services Veterinarian – Pacific NW Salary: $60K-$65K, Bonus potential: $35K &#160; The incumbent will provide educational, professional and technical support to sales in the region in order to facilitate sales of our clients products. &#160; Job Description: Will travel weekly (3-4 days per week, 10 weeks per quarter on average). Assist sales with teaching, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Professional Services Veterinarian – Pacific NW</strong></p>
<p>Salary: $60K-$65K, Bonus potential: $35K</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The incumbent will provide educational, professional and technical support to sales in the region in order to facilitate sales of our clients products.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p>
<p>Will travel weekly (3-4 days per week, 10 weeks per quarter on average).</p>
<p>Assist sales with teaching, coaching and training.</p>
<p>Provide direct support to veterinarians, veterinary practices and staff, veterinary colleges and research veterinarians, provide seminars to practices and veterinary associations or meetings.</p>
<p>Provide support to Sales and Marketing at assigned veterinary conventions and trade shows.</p>
<p>Provide materials and support to the Director of Professionals Services and others including the Director of Marketing, Product Managers, etc. as directed by the Director of Professional Services for materials, programs and training development.</p>
<p>Provide training/seminars to employees at assigned meetings and events.</p>
<p>Identify and cultivate the cooperation of key opinion leaders to further promote our client’s products. Provide weekly reports to management as well as identifying areas of improvement in the region.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>
<p>Qualifications include a DVM or equivalent degree.</p>
<p>3 years clinical experience or 1 year internship.</p>
<p>Industry experience preferred.</p>
<p>Must be able to pass a background investigation including driving records.</p>
<p>Experience in clinical medicine and surgery.</p>
<p>Knowledge of Clinical Pathology and Chemistry.</p>
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		<title>Florida – Boarded Veterinary Radiologist</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:32:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Florida – Boarded Veterinary Radiologist Salary: $100K &#160; Boarded Veterinary Radiologist-(ACVR) for our client who provides mobile ultrasound services. This is a unique opportunity for a veterinary radiologist to do mobile ultrasound from Vero Beach to Fort Lauderdale, FL.  The incumbent will continue to offer and promote services to existing and new clients in South [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Florida – Boarded Veterinary Radiologist</strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary: $100K</strong></p>
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<p>Boarded Veterinary Radiologist-(ACVR) for our client who provides mobile ultrasound services. This is a unique opportunity for a veterinary radiologist to do mobile ultrasound from Vero Beach to Fort Lauderdale, FL.  The incumbent will continue to offer and promote services to existing and new clients in South Florida. This includes travel to and from veterinarian offices, scanning of all modalities, interpretations, over reads, marketing, presentations, CE and meetings.  All ultrasound equipment will be provided by our client’s organization. This will be a 5 day work week M-F. The incumbent will assist the organization with strategic planning as the company continues to grow.</p>
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		<title>Florida – Boarded Veterinary Internist</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:31:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Florida – Boarded Veterinary Internist Salary: $100K &#160; Boarded Veterinary Internist-(ACVIM) for our client who provides mobile ultrasound services. This is a unique opportunity for a veterinary internist to do mobile ultrasound from Vero Beach to Fort Lauderdale, FL.  The incumbent will continue to offer and promote services to existing and new clients in South [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Florida – Boarded Veterinary Internist</strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary: $100K</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Boarded Veterinary Internist-(ACVIM) for our client who provides mobile ultrasound services. This is a unique opportunity for a veterinary internist to do mobile ultrasound from Vero Beach to Fort Lauderdale, FL.  The incumbent will continue to offer and promote services to existing and new clients in South Florida. This includes travel to and from veterinarian offices, scanning of all modalities, interpretations, over reads, marketing, presentations, CE and meetings.  All ultrasound equipment will be provided by our client’s organization. This will be a 5 day work week M-F. The incumbent will assist the organization with strategic planning as the company continues to grow.</p>
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		<title>Area General Manager &#8211; RIchmond, VA USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/06/area-general-manager-richmond-va-usa/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major agriculture/food company seeks an Area Manager to oversee operations in eastern Virginia.&#160; In this role you will oversee manufacturing with 15 in the plant, a $7M production and transportation budget, a fleet of 14 trucks/ 22 drivers, a busy regional garage, staffing and leadership development, safety and environmental compliance, capital improvements, inventory and asset [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major agriculture/food company seeks an Area Manager to oversee operations in eastern Virginia.&nbsp; In this role you will oversee manufacturing with 15 in the plant, a $7M production and transportation budget, a fleet of 14 trucks/ 22 drivers, a busy regional garage, staffing and leadership development, safety and environmental compliance, capital improvements, inventory and asset protection.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will use Corporate supported tools to optimize performance to produce the quality product efficiently in a safe compliant environment. &nbsp;Recruiting, developing, cross-training and retaining a productive team is central to success in this position.&nbsp; Working with procurement you will insure adequate inventories of raw materials.&nbsp; By managing continuous improvements you will keep the faculties compliant, safe, profitable and efficient.</p>
<p>This is a great opportunity for a plant manager who wants to take the next step or a general manager who is looking for a new challenge.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you should possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>5 or more years experience as a Plant Manager or Logistics/Transportation Manager with a company where a raw material is processed into a finished product.</li>
<li>A Bachelors degree</li>
<li>Experience managing a multi-million dollar budget</li>
<li>A strong understanding of OSHA and other regulatory compliance</li>
<li>A passion for training and developing team members and management trainees</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person is going to love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You have autonomy within corporate parameters&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>You have all the resources to be successful</li>
<li>There is an experienced supervisory staff in place.</li>
<li>Three similar facilities are within a three to five hour drive and are supportive</li>
<li>Corporate and management support to achieve desired results</li>
<li>Busy 24/6 ISO 22000 certified operation</li>
<li>Capital improvements budgeted</li>
<li>High profile position within the organization</li>
<li>Company is a leader in its&rsquo; field providing the tools to be successful</li>
<li>Salaried position with excellent bonus opportunity and benefits &amp; pension</li>
<li>You will be responsible for the entire operation, giving you a chance to showcase your skills</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $80,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Livestock Nutritionist &#8211; OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal nutrition company seeks Livestock Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force. 10 Reasons why this is a great job for the right person Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Variety of tasks and people Work in the office and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal nutrition company seeks Livestock Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force.</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</strong>
<ul>
<li>Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Variety of tasks and people</li>
<li>Work in the office and in the field</li>
<li>Work with a variety of species</li>
<li>Solve on-farm problems with experienced sales staff</li>
<li>Collaborative environment with experienced team of nutritionists</li>
<li>Apply knowledge in real world practical settings</li>
<li>Growing company provides additional responsibilities for this role in future</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package with financially solid company</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong>
<ul>
<li>Minimum MS degree in animal nutrition, dairy science, monogastric nutrition or poultry</li>
<li>Ability to balance rations</li>
<li>Excellent verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Passion for livestock &amp; feeds</li>
<li>Enthusiastic energy level</li>
</ul>
<p>Only candidates living in (or having strong ties to) Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Indiana or Kentucky will be considered for this opportunity.</p>
<p>Keywords: monogastric, ruminant, swine, pigs, equine, dairy, beef, animal, nutrition
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Nutritionist &#8211; OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal nutrition company seeks Poultry Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force.&#160; In this role you will support other species as well as work with poultry. 10 Reasons why this is a great job for the right [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal nutrition company seeks Poultry Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force.&nbsp; In this role you will support other species as well as work with poultry.</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</strong>
<ul>
<li>Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Variety of tasks and people</li>
<li>Work in the office and in the field</li>
<li>Work with a variety of species</li>
<li>Solve on-farm problems with experienced sales staff</li>
<li>Collaborative environment with experienced team of nutritionists</li>
<li>Apply knowledge in real world practical settings</li>
<li>Growing company provides additional responsibilities for this role in future</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package with financially solid company</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong>
<ul>
<li>Minimum MS degree in animal nutrition, dairy science, monogastric nutrition or poultry</li>
<li>Ability to balance rations</li>
<li>Excellent verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Passion for livestock &amp; feeds</li>
<li>Enthusiastic energy level</li>
</ul>
<p>Only candidates living in (or having strong ties to) Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Indiana or Kentucky will be considered for this opportunity.</p>
<p>Keywords: monogastric, ruminant, swine, pigs, equine, dairy, beef, animal, nutrition
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Specialist &#8211; Altoona, PA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with&#160;the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist&#160;for a territory in&#160;Bedford and Blair counties&#160;in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.&#160; This opportunity can best be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with&nbsp;the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist&nbsp;for a territory in&nbsp;<strong>Bedford and Blair counties&nbsp;</strong>in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.&nbsp; This opportunity can best be described as taking a good territory and making it great.</p>
<p>Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a local search. Candidates should be located in central Pennsylvania.</p>
<p><strong>This is a great job for the right person because</strong>&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>High concentration of dairies in the region</li>
<li>Company provides auto expenses and all necessary tools.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent benefit package</li>
<li>Salary + Incentive program&nbsp;</li>
<li>Company produces top quality feeds</li>
<li>Support from the Regional Manager&nbsp;</li>
<li>Commitment to produce excellent and innovate products&nbsp;</li>
<li>Company commitment to ongoing training of its sales force.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong><br />This position requires candidates to have a basic understanding of dairy production, a good understanding of agriculture and sales aptitude, experience selling in the dairy business. Successful candidates may have sold feed, genetics, farm equipment, dairy equipment or animal health products. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an outgoing personality and enjoys 1 on 1 interaction with farmers. Candidates must be self motivated and self directed. A four-year degree in agriculture, dairy science or animal science is strongly preferred.</p>
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		<title>Swine Farm Manager-in-Training &#8211; Lima, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Swine Farm Manager-in-Training who is able to effectively manage a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders. OverviewTo be successful in this role you must have strong leadership skills,&#160;animal husbandry expertise,&#160;be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Swine Farm Manager-in-Training who is able to effectively manage a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders.</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong><br />To be successful in this role you must have strong leadership skills,&nbsp;animal husbandry expertise,&nbsp;be thorough in your work and be able to hold people accountable while inspiring them to do quality work.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Immediate responsibilities include managing the gestation department for a successful sow unit, from there you rotate through other barns in the region, developing your skills and working as a relief manager. As advancement opportunities arise, you will be promoted to run your own operation of 2400-sow commercial unit with a staff of 8.&nbsp; The target date for promotion to Farm Manager is 6-12 months.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />We&#39;re looking for a highly motivated and caring person with a degree in Animal Science and <u>3 years leadership experience in a large-scale total confinement swine operation.</u> Concentrated experience with breeding and gestation is a plus. Strong math, communication, and leadership skills are needed to be successful. Since this is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, we need someone who is adaptable and a team-player. Being good with detail and follow-through are necessary.</p>
<p><strong>REASONS WHY THE RIGHT PERSON WILL LOVE THIS JOB</strong>
<ul>
<li>Advancement opportunities</li>
<li>Quality-of-life workweek (48-50 hours working 1 weekend out of 3)</li>
<li>Incentive pay allows you to increase your income based on your farms production</li>
<li>Team of 8 on each farm</li>
<li>Financially stable company</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package including 3 weeks vacation, retirement &amp; health package</li>
<li>Farm Managers are provided housing</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation in industry and low employee turnover</li>
<li>Company is committed to the long-term growth of it&#39;s swine business</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $55,000.00</p>
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		<title>Swine Farm Manager-in-Training &#8211; Marion, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Swine Farm Manager-in-Training who is able to effectively manage a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders. OverviewTo be successful in this role you must have strong leadership skills,&#160;animal husbandry expertise,&#160;be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Swine Farm Manager-in-Training who is able to effectively manage a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders.</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong><br />To be successful in this role you must have strong leadership skills,&nbsp;animal husbandry expertise,&nbsp;be thorough in your work and be able to hold people accountable while inspiring them to do quality work.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Immediate responsibilities include managing the gestation department for a successful sow unit, from there you rotate through other barns in the region, developing your skills and working as a relief manager. As advancement opportunities arise, you will be promoted to run your own operation of 2400-sow commercial unit with a staff of 8.&nbsp; The target date for promotion to Farm Manager is 6-12 months.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />We&#39;re looking for a highly motivated and caring person with a degree in Animal Science and <u>3 years leadership experience in a large-scale total confinement swine operation.</u> Concentrated experience with breeding and gestation is a plus. Strong math, communication, and leadership skills are needed to be successful. Since this is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, we need someone who is adaptable and a team-player. Being good with detail and follow-through are necessary.</p>
<p><strong>REASONS WHY THE RIGHT PERSON WILL LOVE THIS JOB</strong>
<ul>
<li>Advancement opportunities</li>
<li>Quality-of-life workweek (48-50 hours working 1 weekend out of 3)</li>
<li>Incentive pay allows you to increase your income based on your farms production</li>
<li>Team of 8 on each farm</li>
<li>Financially stable company</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package including 3 weeks vacation, retirement &amp; health package</li>
<li>Farm Managers are provided housing</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation in industry and low employee turnover</li>
<li>Company is committed to the long-term growth of it&#39;s swine business</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $55,000.00</p>
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		<title>Breeding Manager &#8211; Swine Operations &#8211; Marion, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Breeding Manager&#160;to pay an integral part in&#160;managing a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders. OverviewTo be successful in this role you must have&#160;leadership potential,&#160;animal husbandry experience,&#160;be thorough in your work [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a Breeding Manager&nbsp;to pay an integral part in&nbsp;managing a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders.</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong><br />To be successful in this role you must have&nbsp;leadership potential,&nbsp;animal husbandry experience,&nbsp;be thorough in your work and be able to hold people accountable while inspiring them to do quality work.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Immediate responsibilities include managing the&nbsp;breeding department for a successful sow unit. As advancement opportunities arise, you will be considered for Farrowing Manager or&nbsp;Farm Manager-in-Training&nbsp;positions in the region.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />We&#39;re looking for a highly motivated and caring person with 1-3 years leadership experience in a large-scale total confinement swine operation. Concentrated experience with breeding is a plus. Strong math, communication, and leadership skills are needed to be successful. Since this is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, we need someone who is adaptable and a team-player. Being good with detail and follow-through are necessary.</p>
<p><strong>REASONS WHY THE RIGHT PERSON WILL LOVE THIS JOB</strong>
<ul>
<li>Advancement opportunities</li>
<li>Quality-of-life workweek (48-50 hours working 1 weekend out of 3)</li>
<li>Incentive pay allows you to increase your income based on your farms production</li>
<li>Team of 8 on each farm</li>
<li>Financially stable company</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package including 3 weeks vacation, retirement &amp; health package</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation in industry and low employee turnover</li>
<li>Company is committed to the long-term growth of it&#39;s swine business</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $28,000.00 &#8211; $34,000.00</p>
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		<title>Farrowing Manager &#8211; Swine Operations &#8211; Lima, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a&#160;Farrowing Manager&#160;to pay an integral part in&#160;managing a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders. OverviewTo be successful in this role you must have&#160;leadership potential,&#160;animal husbandry experience,&#160;be thorough in your work and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grow your career while growing our pigs! We&#39;re looking for a&nbsp;Farrowing Manager&nbsp;to pay an integral part in&nbsp;managing a 2400 head commercial breed-to-wean sow unit. This growing company is continuing to develop its&#39; swine business and needs promotable leaders.</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong><br />To be successful in this role you must have&nbsp;leadership potential,&nbsp;animal husbandry experience,&nbsp;be thorough in your work and be able to hold people accountable while inspiring them to do quality work.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Immediate responsibilities include managing the&nbsp;farrowing department for a successful sow unit. As advancement opportunities arise, you will be considered for Breeding Manager or&nbsp;Farm Manager-in-Training&nbsp;positions in the region.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />We&#39;re looking for a highly motivated and caring person with 1-3 years leadership experience in a large-scale total confinement swine operation. Concentrated experience with farrowing is a plus. Strong math, communication, and leadership skills are needed to be successful. Since this is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, we need someone who is adaptable and a team-player. Being good with detail and follow-through are necessary.</p>
<p><strong>REASONS WHY THE RIGHT PERSON WILL LOVE THIS JOB</strong>
<ul>
<li>Advancement opportunities</li>
<li>Quality-of-life workweek (48-50 hours working 1 weekend out of 3)</li>
<li>Incentive pay allows you to increase your income based on your farms production</li>
<li>Team of 8 on each farm</li>
<li>Financially stable company</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package including 3 weeks vacation, retirement &amp; health package</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation in industry and low employee turnover</li>
<li>Company is committed to the long-term growth of it&#39;s swine business</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $28,000.00 &#8211; $34,000.00</p>
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		<title>VP Operations &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A nationally recognized successful and growing Midwestern AG related company is seeking an accomplished strong business professional and experienced Operations Executive with strategic visioning capabilities as well as a track record of success in implementing those strategies.&#160; This position is located in the Agricultural belt of the Midwest in the State of Illinois. Why this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A nationally recognized successful and growing Midwestern AG related company is seeking an accomplished strong business professional and experienced Operations Executive with strategic visioning capabilities as well as a track record of success in implementing those strategies.&nbsp; This position is located in the Agricultural belt of the Midwest in the State of Illinois.</p>
<p><strong>Why this would be a great job for the right person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>This is one of the top ten companies in the production of their product in the US</li>
<li>Financially stable with a track record of not laying off people</li>
<li>Solid reputation within their industry and the AG industry overall</li>
<li>Strong track record of consistent and profitable growth</li>
<li>Chance to work with a diverse ownership group on the strategy to grow their business</li>
<li>Opportunity to have a positive impact on operational procedures and continuous improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Great Midwesten location with an excellent quality of life and low C.O.L.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management Challenges</strong>
<ul>
<li>This is a new position created to allow the CEO to pursue growth opportunities while this position, working with the CEO and the owners group, will set goals &amp; objective, and on a daily basis, monitor departmental progress and ensure company goals are achieved through accountability of the appropriate stakeholders.</li>
<li>As this is a newly created position, the CEO will evaluate the current reporting structure/organizational chart and make the appropriate recommendations for change to allow for the autonomy of the COO to effectively carry out the tasks assigned.</li>
<li>A significant part of the responsibilities involve the growth of the PSM business unit. The CEO is an &ldquo;out of the box&rdquo; thinker, who often goes against accepted norms.&nbsp; This practice/strategy has proven extremely effective in growing the business to its current ranking in their industry.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Together with the support and council of the owners (a group of like-minded people &ndash; from the career perspective &ndash; that has a diversity of approach to business strategy) the COO will participate in the visionary growth strategy and will be tasked with implementing that strategy.&nbsp;</li>
<li>In addition to pursuing growth opportunities, projects will involve streamlining operational procedures along with continuous improvement initiatives<strong>.</strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>This person will come from an AG related background, this can include but not be limited to Live Production; Feed/Grain Production; or Animal Health related services etc.&nbsp;</li>
<li>An accomplished business&rsquo; acumen coupled with an AG related degree and a Master&rsquo;s degree (MBA) is required.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Expereince writing and implementing strategic plans</li>
<li>This person will have a minimum five years of operational experience in a director or GM role and any exposure to international business/trade would be ideal.</li>
<li>This individual must have a strong demonstrated track record of leadership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>They must have the ability to express their opinions; stand up for and support their beliefs; be able to push back when necessary and also be able to demonstrate their ability to be a strong team player.</li>
<li>They will have the ability to take rejection without explanation without offense and strive to further the goals of the company with a commitment of loyalty and attention to discretion.&nbsp;</li>
<li>They will have a track record of accomplishments in delivering results, problem solving and effective communications and management skills at all levels within a corporate setting of a privately held company.</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $125,000.00 &#8211; $150,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Des Moines, IA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&#160; Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes. Reasons why the right candidate will love this job Company has great reputation and is a market leader Entrepreneurial environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Minneapolis, MN USA</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Madison, WI USA</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Chicago, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&#160; Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes. Reasons why the right candidate will love this job Company has great reputation and is a market leader Entrepreneurial environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Kansas City, MO USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&#160; Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes. Reasons why the right candidate will love this job Company has great reputation and is a market leader Entrepreneurial environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Omaha, NE USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&#160; Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes. Reasons why the right candidate will love this job Company has great reputation and is a market leader Entrepreneurial environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Sales Specialist &#8211; Indianapolis, IN USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&#160; Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes. Reasons why the right candidate will love this job Company has great reputation and is a market leader Entrepreneurial environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Major producer of micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes and feed additives seeks experienced sales professional to expand their poultry business.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Successful candidates will live in the upper midwest and office in their homes.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has great reputation and is a market leader</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial environment</li>
<li>Company truly committed to meeting customer needs</li>
<li>Great tools are used&nbsp;to help you service the customer with the latest technology</li>
<li>Company is focused on the poultry business</li>
<li>You will have input on how to market products to&nbsp;potential customers</li>
<li>Company has superior technical support</li>
<li>Reasonable travel: 2-3 nights/week</li>
<li>Position provides you to apply your poultry production experience in a consultative way to major customers</li>
<li>Base + commissions + auto</li>
<li>Office in your home</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>75%&nbsp; &#8211; new client development and then managing these accounts</li>
<li>25% &#8211; servicing existing customers</li>
<li>Customers are large layer, broiler or turkey operations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3 years experience in a sales role selling in the poultry business</li>
<li>Track record of success in new customer development</li>
<li>Strong prospecting skills</li>
<li>Must thrive in a team environment</li>
<li>Must have practical experience in poultry production</li>
<li>General understanding of poultry nutrition</li>
<li>BS degree in applicable field</li>
<li>Top candidates will have experience selling feed ingredients, vaccines, genetics, pre-mixes or similar products</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Brookings, SD USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Exciting opportunity for established Dairy Nutritionists to join a growing company with resources to help you grow We are recruiting for Dairy Nutrition Consultants- for an established company that has had sales growth every year for over a decade- for territories where cow numbers are growing- where you will sell nutrition solutions that will help [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Exciting opportunity for established Dairy Nutritionists to join a growing company with resources to help you grow</p>
<p><strong>We are recruiting for Dairy Nutrition Consultants</strong><br />- for an established company that has had sales growth every year for over a decade<br />- for territories where cow numbers are growing<br />- where you will sell nutrition solutions that will help dairy producers grow their bottom line<br />- that understand how to grow a sales territory</p>
<p>Move to the area where the cows are moving to! The territory is along I-29 between Brookings &amp; Watertown. Relocation assistance is possible for outstanding candidates.</p>
<p><strong>Requirements</strong><br />Successful candidates will have 2 years experience in field sales/dairy nutrition consulting and a strong understanding of ration balancing and enjoy sales.</p>
<p><strong>12 Reasons to take this job</strong><br />- Company provides the tools and systems for you to be successful<br />- Established company<br />- Company has excellent reputation in the industry<br />- Consultants are self directed<br />- Consultants establish intimate relationships with customers<br />- Consultants&#39; job is to help customers make money or save money<br />- Growing company<br />- High income potential<br />- Solid benefit package<br />- Consultants receive excellent management support with quick answers<br />- Area has a growing dairy community<br />- Area has a low cost of living.
<p>Salary: $65,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Watkins Glen, NY USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.&#160; This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and&#160;Schuyler Counties in New York. Reasons the right candidate will love this job Territory has an established clientele that will provide a solid base for growth The growth potential [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.&nbsp; This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and&nbsp;Schuyler Counties in New York.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons the right candidate will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>Territory has an established clientele that will provide a solid base for growth</li>
<li>The growth potential for this territory is 150%</li>
<li>Role has considerable autonomy</li>
<li>Base Salary +&nbsp;commissions over quota&nbsp;+ car + benefits</li>
<li>Wide product offering</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial corporate environment</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you must</strong>
<ul>
<li>presently live in the territory</li>
<li>have a minimum of 2 years experience making farm calls for a feed company or similar business</li>
<li>be proficient at balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>have practical experience with dairy farms</li>
<li>have an excellent driving record</li>
<li>have a BS degree in dairy science, agriculture or animal science</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00</p>
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		<title>Logistics Coordinator (Dispatcher) &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator (Dispatcher) to assist in the&#160;efficient execution of the company&#39;s&#160;transportation&#160;needs.&#160; This position is located in a rural part of West Central Illinois with an excellent quality of life.&#160; Relocation assistance will be provided. Reason Why this is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator (Dispatcher) to assist in the&nbsp;efficient execution of the company&#39;s&nbsp;transportation&nbsp;needs.&nbsp; This position is located in a rural part of West Central Illinois with an excellent quality of life.&nbsp; Relocation assistance will be provided.</p>
<p><strong>Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</li>
<li>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</li>
<li>Financially stable</li>
<li>Opporutnity to have an impact on the transportation department</li>
<li>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>OVERVIEW:</strong><br />The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating the logistical operations and functions of the managed farms.<br />Ensuring customer satisfaction, both internally and externally, through coordinated processes.&nbsp;C<br />ommunicates with the Director of Operations and the production team on a regular basis to ensure that movement of pigs from the managed farms is a smooth process.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Develops, plans, balances, and maintains the managed farm delivery schedules and maintains continuous communications with transportation companies,&nbsp; company management, managed farm owners, wean pig agreement holders, farm and support staff, and veterinarians</li>
<li>Prepares and distributes delivery documents for shipments; including health certificates, driving directions, and contact information for all shipments as required</li>
<li>Analyzes the cost effectiveness of transportation companies</li>
<li>Serves as an advisor/trainer for the Truckers Quality Assurance Program (TQA) and ensures transportation companies are following company established SOPs</li>
<li>Forecasts and analyzes current and extended wean pig projections utilizing records software program&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Works closely with finishing managers and contract growers to maintain accurate records of weekly inventories, mortality and animal movements for entry into the accounting database&nbsp;</li>
<li>Coordinates and schedules all animal phase movement dates and projected production to contract growers, transportation companies, and finishing production managers</li>
<li>Maintains, coordinates, and communicates all gilt sales and slaughter loads from the finishing system and&nbsp;all sales for clients and managed farms accepts emergency after hour phone calls and responds as necessary&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><strong>&nbsp;TO BE CONSIDERED FOR&nbsp;THIS ROLE:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;You must have&nbsp;a&nbsp;Bachelor degree in Ag Business or related field</li>
<li>&nbsp;1-2 years experience in supply chain management, logistics, transportation or dispatcher</li>
<li>&nbsp;Prior principles and practices of logistics management is preferred and be able to excell in a fast paced environment.&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>Computer literacy (Microsoft Office), and project management skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;<br /><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>Salary: $31,500.00 &#8211; $40,000.00</p>
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		<title>Director Transportation &#8211; South Central, MN USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; &#160; A&#160;well-established&#160;and progressive family owned swine business, one of the top three swine producers in the Midwest that has been a leader in food production for over 25 years, is currently seeking a Director of Transportation.&#160; The position will focus on achieving stated goals and strategies to accomplish the vision and growth of the [...]]]></description>
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<td>A&nbsp;well-established&nbsp;and progressive family owned swine business, one of the top three swine producers in the Midwest that has been a leader in food production for over 25 years, is currently seeking a Director of Transportation.&nbsp; The position will focus on achieving stated goals and strategies to accomplish the vision and growth of the company.&nbsp; They have operations in six Midwestern states all providing an outstanding and professional work setting.&nbsp; This position is located in&nbsp;their headquarters in South Central Minnesota.&nbsp;As an organization, we take pride in providing a work environment that promotes professional growth, innovation and teamwork. This is a place where you will be continually challenged and encouraged to contribute.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>One of the top three producers in the swine industry</li>
<li>Team oriented company that continually develops their people</li>
<li>Family owned and oriented</li>
<li>Leader in the food industry for over 25 years</li>
<li>Opportunity to have a positive impact on the bottom line</li>
<li>Competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Challenges:</strong>
<ul>
<li>As a critical leader to our transportation team, one must use their skills, experience, and talents to oversee all functional areas of the department and to lead and develop departmental supervisors and employees.</li>
<li>Establish an understanding of the business and use that knowledge to positively influence business leaders and the transportation team through continuous process improvements.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Direct and coordinate activities between the transportation department and other relevant internal business partners.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Management of both operational and financial performance within the transportation department.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive improvements to reporting processes and produce insightful and strategic analyses to facilitate quality decision-making.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Major areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:</strong>
<div>&bull; Development and direction of logistic team and Live Haul Transportation Manager<br />&bull; Become proficient in bio-security practices and implement effective decisions based on those practices<br />&bull; Manage effective communications between independent contractors, growers, production team, and all other relevant internal business partners<br />&bull; Drive efficiency and a proactive approach to process improvements in our logistics and transportation functions<br />&bull;Manage transportation costs by continuously evaluating competitive rate structures and making adjustments as necessary</div>
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<td><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree and minimum 4 years of related experience ideally in a transportation role with an agri-business related company.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Expereince working wtih multiple sites in multiple states is ideal.</li>
<li>Must be abel to beTQA and FMCSA certified.</li>
<li>Strong track record of success with process improvements</li>
<li>Strong systems background and ability to negotiate with contract carriers.</li>
<li>Strong PC skills are required with experience in transportation scheduling software.</li>
<li>Must have strong leadership skills, ability to effectively implement process improvements, and provide quality results.</li>
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<p>Salary: $95,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Process Engineer &#8211; Lima, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Busy manufacturing plant in rural NW Ohio seeks Process Engineer who can improve consistency of products and continuously improve processes. Quick Overview of the roleThe Process Engineer will initially work with plant management to assess current bottlenecks in production by researching, identifying and documenting improved SOPs then work with management and production supervisors to implement [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Busy manufacturing plant in rural NW Ohio seeks Process Engineer who can improve consistency of products and continuously improve processes.</p>
<p><strong>Quick Overview of the role</strong><br />The Process Engineer will initially work with plant management to assess current bottlenecks in production by researching, identifying and documenting improved SOPs then work with management and production supervisors to implement these improved efficiencies.&nbsp; After all identified bottlenecks have been resolved, the Process Engineer will review the company&#39;s manufacturing processes from beginning to end and work with management to improve quality, speed and efficiency through all manufacturing lines.</p>
<p><strong><u>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</u></strong>
<ul>
<li>Growing company that is investing for future growth</li>
<li>Work in a high volume environment</li>
<li>3 manufacturing environments to improve, all within minutes of one another</li>
<li>Facilities are state-of-the-art, PLC and robots</li>
<li>Financially stable company with excellent benefits including 3&nbsp;weeks PTO</li>
<li>Company has an entrepreneurial environment and is looking for your ideas</li>
<li>You will be an integral part of the operations team</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATES MUST</strong>
<ul>
<li>have&nbsp;3 or more years experience in a process engineering, continuous improvement or manufacturing engineering role&nbsp;</li>
<li>have a reason to live in northwest or western Ohio</li>
<li>come from an industry that takes commodities and creates finished products&nbsp;</li>
<li>be able to function well in a Non Union environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>possess a applicable BS degree</li>
<li>have a very stable job history&nbsp;</li>
<li>possess excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>have solid interpersonal skills so that they can work effectively with plant management and the production workforce</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $55,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Baltimore, MD USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/06/equine-nutrition-sales-rep-baltimore-md-usa/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Maryland, Delaware, northern Virginia and southeastern Pennsylvania.&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Maryland, Delaware, northern Virginia and southeastern Pennsylvania.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;MD, DC metro, DE, SE PA </strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in the Baltimore/Washington region for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Fort Lauderdale, FL USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/06/equine-nutrition-sales-rep-fort-lauderdale-fl-usa/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Florida.The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&#160; Your role is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Florida.<br /><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;state of Florida</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in Florida&nbsp;for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Orlando, FL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Florida.The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&#160; Your role is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Florida.<br /><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;state of Florida</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in Florida&nbsp;for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Danbury, CT USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/06/equine-nutrition-sales-rep-danbury-ct-usa/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Connecticut and areas in New England&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Connecticut and areas in New England&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Connecticut / various New England cities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in Connecticut or Rhode Island for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Hartford, CT USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Connecticut and areas in New England&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in Connecticut and areas in New England&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Connecticut / various New England cities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in Connecticut or Rhode Island for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Charlotte, NC USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in North and South Carolina.&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in North and South Carolina.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong><strong><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;NC and SC</strong></p>
<p>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong></strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in the Carolinas for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Raleigh, NC USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in North and South Carolina.&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in North and South Carolina.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong><strong><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;NC and SC</strong></p>
<p>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong></strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in the Carolinas for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Manassas, VA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in northern Virginia and&#160;Maryland.&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&#160; [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in northern Virginia and&nbsp;Maryland.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Northern VA, Baltimore / DC metro </strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in northern Virginia&nbsp;for this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Trenton, NJ USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in New Jersey..&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&#160; Your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in New Jersey..&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory includes the entire state of NJ and Wilmington, DE</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country in&nbsp;NJ for &nbsp;this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Equine Nutrition Sales Rep &#8211; Lancaster, PA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in southeastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and southern New Jersey..&#160; The jobIn this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&#160; Products are sold through dealerships.&#160; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established animal feed company seeks top sales rep to increase dealer base and sales in southeastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and southern New Jersey..&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The job</strong><br />In this role you will be responsible for increasing sales of equine and bagged livestock feeds in your territory.&nbsp; Products are sold through dealerships.&nbsp; These dealerships are local feed stores, farm supply stores, hardware stores, etc.&nbsp; Your role is to identify potential dealers, present the value proposition of the product line, sign them up as dealers, ramp them up in their store and then support these dealers with calls to stables.&nbsp; A mature territory should have 30-50 dealers.</p>
<p><strong>The territory includes &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;MD, DE, SE PA, S NJ</strong></p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will be involved in the horse and hobby farm community</li>
<li>You will be marketing quality science-based products&nbsp;that provide animals the nutrition they need.</li>
<li>The company has a track record of sales growth</li>
<li>There is a mix of B2B and consumer selling</li>
<li>The company is established, financially solid and family-oriented</li>
<li>This is a salaried position with bonus potential</li>
<li>You should earn significantly more as you begin to reach your territory&rsquo;s potential</li>
<li>You will be given all the tools necessary for success including a solid benefits package, an auto reimbursement plan, a cell phone and laptop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this opportunity</strong> you must possess
<ul>
<li>A track record of success in B2B product sales of similar&nbsp;products&nbsp;to retailers</li>
<li>A passion for horses</li>
<li>A stable employment history that shows good career choices</li>
<li>The ability to sell B2B and enjoy selling to and dealing with consumers</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in developing a territory, not simply managing one</li>
<li>A clean driving record and the ability to pass a physical which includes drug screening</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WARNINGS&nbsp;</strong>
<ul>
<li>This job involves significant cold-call selling.&nbsp; You are building a territory, not managing one.</li>
<li>This job <u>requires</u> overnight travel of 2 nights each week and some weekend work.</li>
</ul>
<p>We are only able to consider candidates who live in horse country southeastern Pennsylvania or southern NJ for &nbsp;this role.</p>
<p><strong>Top prospects will also possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>Experience owning livestock or horses</li>
<li>BS degree in Animal Science, Equine Studies&nbsp;or Agriculture</li>
<li>Excellent public speaking skills</li>
<li>Experience working trade shows</li>
<li>Experience merchandising products in retail stores &amp; explaining marketing campaigns to dealers</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Assistant Sow Farm Managers  (Need 3) &#8211; South West, KS USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2012/03/06/assistant-sow-farm-managers-need-3-south-west-ks-usa/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add&nbsp;Assistant Sow Farm Managers to their team of one of the top pork producers in the United States. These positions&nbsp;are located in South West Kansas near the Oklahoma Panhandle.&nbsp; Farm sizes are 5400 head of sows.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have 1-2 years experience working in a large scale&nbsp;swine confinement production setting. &nbsp;A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience in a sow operation&nbsp;dealing with&nbsp;all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Record Keeping.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals. You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</span></li>
<li><span>Very well established and financially strong company </span></li>
<li><span>Food group is the Largest Division in the company </span></li>
<li><span>Environmentally sound operations </span></li>
<li><span>Growth company that is adding jobs </span></li>
<li><span>Opportunities for personal &amp; professional growth </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $38,000.00 &#8211; $40,000.00</p>
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		<title>Production Manager &#8211; Commercial &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry. They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location. These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois. Relocation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry. They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location. These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois. Relocation assistance will be provided.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered for this Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a minimum of 5 years of sow farm management experience ideally with multi-site responsibility and a BS degree in Animal Science or equivalent education/work experience.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience in Proper Production Techniques; handling employee situations; managing and directing various farm management teams and overseeing system wide concerns as the relate to: Staffing; Training; Safety &amp; Bio-Security; Maintenance; Waste Management; Transportation and Purchasing Programs. </span></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to manage operations at farms and farm manager who, in turn, manage people. You will be responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the farms &amp; their managers. You will ensure managers are optimizing performance; safety procedures are in place; repairs and maintenance are within budget; implement improvements in production techniques; oversee deliveries and set production goals.</p>
<p><strong>Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><span>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country </span></li>
<li><span>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth </span></li>
<li><span>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential </span></li>
<li><span>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $50,000.00 &#8211; $55,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Manager &#8211; Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United Stateshas an immediate need for a strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry. These farm will all have&#160;3600 head of sows and are all located in Illinois. Relocation assistance is provided. These are all new facilities that the company [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United Stateshas an immediate need for a strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry. These farm will all have&nbsp;3600 head of sows and are all located in Illinois. Relocation assistance is provided. These are all new facilities that the company is opening this year.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager out of a large scale swine confinement setting (3000- 5000 head) with at least 1 year of supervisory experience. A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience. </span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Recordkeeping.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals. You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Why This is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country </span></li>
<li><span>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth </span></li>
<li><span>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential </span></li>
<li><span>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location </span></li>
<li><span>Strong potential to become a production Manager over 3-4 farms </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $48,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Manager &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States has an immediate need for a strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry. These farm will all have 2300 head of sows and are all located in Illinois. Relocation assistance is provided. These are all new facilities that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span><span>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States has an immediate need for a strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry. These farm will all have 2300 head of sows and are all located in Illinois. Relocation assistance is provided. These are all new facilities that the company is opening this year.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span></span>
<ul>
<li><span><span>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager out of a large scale swine confinement setting (3000- 5000 head) with at least 1 year of supervisory experience. A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience. </span></span></li>
<li><span><span>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Recordkeeping.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals. You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Why This is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span></span>
<ul>
<li><span><span>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Strong potential to become a production Manager over 3-4 farms</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $38,000.00 &#8211; $42,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Managers (Need 2) &#8211; North Central, IA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top four swine producers in the United States is seeking to improve their management team. They are seeking a skilled agri-business professional with live production experience and superior people management skills to provide consistent team guidance. The company currently manages over 155,000 head of sows predominantly in the State of Iowa. Positions [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>One of the top four swine producers in the United States is seeking to improve their management team. They are seeking a skilled agri-business professional with live production experience and superior people management skills to provide consistent team guidance. The company currently manages over 155,000 head of sows predominantly in the State of Iowa. Positions are located in North Central Iowa</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a minimum of 3 years of people management skills in a Swine Live Production operation with the focus being on team management, training &amp; development, coaching &amp; mentoring, organization and motivation of people. Live production would ideally be in a swine operation, but will also consider people out of poultry, beef cattle or dairy. Want the people skills.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience managing all aspect of a live production operation including General Animal Husbandry, Proper Production Practices, Safety &amp; Bio-Security, Nutrition, Treatment &amp; Vaccination, Animal Flow, Environmental &amp; Waste Management protocols and record keeping. </span></li>
<li><span>Ideal experience will include proficiency in all aspects of the swine operation.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management: </strong> You will use your demonstrated people management skills to train, develop, mentor and guide your team with the use of proven motivation and organizational skills to achieve company productivity goals. Additionally you will work in collaboration with site leadership to effectively manage all the employees and farm production while being responsible for enforcing safety protocols, coordinate maintenance and nutrient management.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Company is one of the top four swine producers in the United States</span></li>
<li><span>Company has the resources and passion to be a leader in the swine industry</span></li>
<li><span>Opportunities for professional advancement</span></li>
<li><span>Employee Friendly Company</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $48,000.00</p>
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		<title>Area Managers  (Need 3) &#8211; West Central, IA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Top 25 pork producer is seeking to add to their management team a dedicated swine professional with proven leadership skills to further the company&#8217;s goals. They are located in Central Iowa and have multiple sites. To Be Considered For This Role: You must have a minimum of 3 years of people management skills in an [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Top 25 pork producer is seeking to add to their management team a dedicated swine professional with proven leadership skills to further the company&rsquo;s goals. They are located in Central Iowa and have multiple sites.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a minimum of 3 years of people management skills in an Agri-business related Live Production operation with the focus being on team management, training &amp; development, coaching &amp; mentoring, organization and motivation of people. </span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience managing all aspect of a live production operation including General Animal Husbandry, Proper Production Practices, Safety &amp; Bio-Security, Nutrition, Treatment &amp; Vaccination, Animal Flow, Environmental &amp; Waste Management protocols and record keeping. Ideal experience will include proficiency in Breeding &amp; Farrowing departments.</span></li>
<li><span>Company will also consider recent grads with AG related degrees and some level of experience in school &#8211; salary will be 30K</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management</strong>: You will use your demonstrated people management skills to train, develop, mentor and guide your team with the use of proven motivation and organizational skills to achieve company productivity goals. Additionally you will work in collaboration with site leadership to effectively manage all the employees and farm production while being responsible for enforcing safety protocols, coordinate maintenance and nutrient management.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Working with one of the Top 25 Pork Producers in the United States </span></li>
<li><span>Opportunity for professional advancement </span></li>
<li><span>Company dedicated to the Pursuit of Excellence </span></li>
<li><span>Team Player Environment </span></li>
<li><span>Do the &ldquo;Right&rdquo; Thing philosophy practiced by all employees </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive Salary, Benefits and Relocation Assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $35,000.00 &#8211; $38,000.00</p>
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		<title>Service/Field Manager &#8211; N.Central, IA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Top 25 pork producer is seeking to add to their management team a dedicated swine professional with proven leadership skills to further the company&#8217;s goals. They are located in Central Iowa and have 8 sites with 50-60,000 hogs. To be considered for this role: You must have 6-7 years in swine operation ideally overseeing the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Top 25 pork producer is seeking to add to their management team a dedicated swine professional with proven leadership skills to further the company&rsquo;s goals. They are located in Central Iowa and have 8 sites with 50-60,000 hogs.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have 6-7 years in swine operation ideally overseeing the efforts of other supervisors/managers in a multi-site operation ensuring that proper production practices &amp; animal husbandry methods are enforced.</span></li>
<li><span>You must be knowledgeable in all aspects of a swine operation including but not limited to production data &amp; financial measurements; animal health &amp; security issues; pig flow; personnel management and facilities &amp; equipment oversight.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Support: </strong>You will use you knowledge of the swine industry and familiarity of the company&#39;s resources to identify and address needs in the various locations of the company whether it be training and development of personnel, capital needs or any other types of resources needed by the farm managers in order for them to maintain their level of productivity.<strong> </strong>This will extend over the company&#39;s whole system of producers and will involve hands-on monitoring, training and coaching.</p>
<p><strong>Leadership: </strong> You will bring your experience to select and develop production staff providing &ldquo;big picture&rdquo; perspective in the pursuit of excellence as it pertain to all aspect of the operation. This will include assisting staff with training and development in the areas of safety, proper pig production practices, animal husbandry methods and assisting staff with personnel related concerns. Your responsibilities may also extend from overseeing the company&#39;s various locations to some of their contract growers.</p>
<p><strong>Competency:</strong> You will use your demonstrated &ldquo;attitude of service&rdquo; to perform your duties in the monitory and management of the company facilities, machinery and equipment. You will assist other supervisors and managers in vision setting, monitoring compliance and will champion the company&rsquo;s Do the &ldquo;Right&rdquo; Thing philosophy through your direct and honest communication at all levels not only in the company, but within the community and all other company stakeholders.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Working with one of the Top 25 Pork Producers in the United States </span></li>
<li><span>Uniquely positioned to have an impact of the overall operation of the company</span></li>
<li><span>Bottom Up Philosophy &#8211; all resources are geared to support the Farm Managers actually raising the hogs.</span></li>
<li><span>Company dedicated to the Pursuit of Excellence </span></li>
<li><span>Family Oriented Company </span></li>
<li><span>Team Player Environment </span></li>
<li><span>Do the &ldquo;Right&rdquo; Thing philosophy practiced by all employees </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive Salary, Benefits, Company Transportation and Relocation Assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $42,000.00 &#8211; $45,000.00</p>
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		<title>Asst. Q.A../HACCP Manager &#8211; Panhandle, OK USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add an Assistant Quality Assurance Manager to the staff of one of the top pork producers in the United States.</p>
<p><strong>This is located at their main processing facility in Guymon, OK &#8211; 2400 Employees </strong><br /><strong>To be considered for this Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a BS degree in a food science/technology related field and a minimum of 2 years of quality assurance/food safety role is a food processing company &ndash; ideally in fresh meat (not poultry).</span></li>
<li><span>You must have strong background in &amp; knowledge of food quality &amp; safety protocols including: HACCP, USDA, FDA, GMP&rsquo;s, SSOP&rsquo;s, Food Safety Audits, Labeling &amp; Microtesting. Any experience in an R&amp;D role would be ideal.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have expereince working with animal health and animal welfare issses.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Compliance:</strong> Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager &ndash; you will be responsible for delivery of food safety, quality assurance, R&amp;D Products &amp; services to include adhering to company policies &amp; procedures; regulatory compliance with USDA &amp; FDA, customer audits, GMP, ATP Testing SSOP&rsquo;s &amp; sanitation, pest control as well as HACCP development &amp; training. Additionally, you will ensure that all personnel comply with animal health and welfare protocols from receiving to slaughter.</p>
<p><strong>Communication</strong>: Your strength in quality protocols will allow you to develop and perform training programs in the areas of HACCP, Food Safety, Q.A. policies &amp; procedures, along with compliance of USDA, Customer &amp; management topics. You will also work closely with state &amp; Federal regulatory agencies. Your communication skills should range from the hourly work force to senior executives &ndash; with any experience &amp; knowledge of Spanish being ideal.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</span></li>
<li><span>Very well established and financially strong company </span></li>
<li><span>Food group is the Largest Division in the company </span></li>
<li><span>Environmentally sound operations </span></li>
<li><span>Growth company that is adding jobs </span></li>
<li><span>Opportunities for persona l &amp; professional growth </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $65,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Manager &#8211; South West, KS USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add an Sow Farm Manager to their team of one of the top pork producers in the United States. This position is located in South West Kansas near the Oklahoma Panhandle.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager in swine production with at least 1 year of supervisory experience. A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Record Keeping.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals. You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</span></li>
<li><span>Very well established and financially strong company </span></li>
<li><span>Food group is the Largest Division in the company </span></li>
<li><span>Environmentally sound operations </span></li>
<li><span>Growth company that is adding jobs </span></li>
<li><span>Opportunities for persona l &amp; professional growth </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $50,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sr. Feed Ingredient Merchandiser &#8211; South West, KS USA</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in purchasing commodities (grain &amp; ingredients) and coordinating logistics &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add a Senior Feed Mill Merchandiser to the staff of one of the top pork producers in the United States.</p>
<p><strong>BE ADVISED: This position is located in a very rural part of South Western Kansas</strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a BS degree in an AG related field and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a grain/feed operation with very strong knowledge of the local &amp; global commodities markets relative to grain and feed ingredients along with strong logistics (truck &amp; rail) experience. </span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience purchasing commodities/ingredient from a variety of sources, understanding, maintaining and managing future positions and coordinating inbound/outbound logistics (truck &amp; rail)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Merchandising: </strong> Your commodities experience &amp; knowledge will allow you to effectively purchase all feed ingredients for all the companies feed mills, negotiating rail rates &amp; coordinating truck &amp; rail logistics. You will also manage futures position, monitor quarterly reports, maintain contact with grain producers &amp; ingredient sales people and manage overall cash feed grain &amp; soybean meal positions.</p>
<p><strong>Business:</strong> You will also be responsible for selling rendered products, entering sales contract into the system, monitory grain accounting activities and assist with purchasing feedstock and coordinating logistics for the High Plains Bio-Diesel facility.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</span></li>
<li><span>Very well established and financially strong company </span></li>
<li><span>Food group is the Largest Division in the company </span></li>
<li><span>Environmentally sound operations </span></li>
<li><span>Growth company that is adding jobs </span></li>
<li><span>Opportunities for personal &amp; professional growth </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $90,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Production Manager &#8211; Multiplication &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry.&#160; They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location.&#160; These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois.&#160; Relocation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry.&nbsp; They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location.&nbsp; These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois.&nbsp; Relocation assistance will be provided.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>To Be Considered for this Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a minimum of 5 years of sow farm management experience ideally with multi-site responsibility and a BS degree in Animal Science or equivalent education/work experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience in Proper Production Techniques; handling employee situations; managing and directing various farm management teams and overseeing system wide concerns as the relate to: Staffing; Training; Safety &amp; Bio-Security; Maintenance; Waste Management; Transportation and Purchasing Programs.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Gilt Production and proper gilt selection protocols.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Your experience will allow you to manage operations at farms and farm manager who, in turn, manage people.&nbsp; You will be responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the farms &amp; their managers.&nbsp; You will ensure managers are optimizing performance; safety procedures are in place; repairs and maintenance are within budget; implement improvements in production techniques; oversee deliveries and set production goals.&nbsp; You will coordinate Multiple GGP &amp; GP farms; produce top qulality replacement gilts for customers and monitor the gilts selection protocols.</p>
<p><strong>Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</li>
<li>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</li>
<li>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential</li>
<li>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location</li>
<li>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $50,000.00 &#8211; $55,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Managers &#8211; IL (Need 4) &#8211; IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&#160;&#160; These farm will all have 5000&#160;head of sows and are all located in Illinois.&#160; Relocation assistance is provided.&#160; These are all new facilities that the company is opening [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&nbsp;&nbsp; These farm will all have 5000&nbsp;head of sows and are all located in Illinois.&nbsp; Relocation assistance is provided.&nbsp; These are all new facilities that the company is opening this year.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager&nbsp;out of a large scale&nbsp;swine confinement setting (3000- 5000 head)&nbsp;with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.&nbsp; A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Recordkeeping.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals.&nbsp; You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Why This is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</li>
<li>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</li>
<li>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential</li>
<li>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location</li>
<li>Strong potential to become a production Manager over 3-4 farms</li>
<li>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $48,000.00</p>
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		<title>Production Manager &#8211; Multiplication &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry. They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location. These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois. Relocation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experience Production Managers in multiple locations with a passion for the Swine Industry. They will be overseeing 3-4 farm operations with a size of 5600-600 head of sows at each location. These positions are located in Indiana and Illinois. Relocation assistance will be provided.</p>
<p><strong>To Be Considered for this Role:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a minimum of 5 years of sow farm management experience ideally with multi-site responsibility and a BS degree in Animal Science or equivalent education/work experience.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have experience in Proper Production Techniques; handling employee situations; managing and directing various farm management teams and overseeing system wide concerns as the relate to: Staffing; Training; Safety &amp; Bio-Security; Maintenance; Waste Management; Transportation and Purchasing Programs. </span></li>
<li><span>Knowledge of Gilt Production and proper gilt selection protocols.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Management:</strong> Your experience will allow you to manage operations at farms and farm manager who, in turn, manage people. You will be responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the farms &amp; their managers. You will ensure managers are optimizing performance; safety procedures are in place; repairs and maintenance are within budget; implement improvements in production techniques; oversee deliveries and set production goals. You will coordinate Multiple GGP &amp; GP farms; produce top qulality replacement gilts for customers and monitor the gilts selection protocols.</p>
<p><strong>Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country </span></li>
<li><span>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth </span></li>
<li><span>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential </span></li>
<li><span>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location </span></li>
<li><span>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $50,000.00 &#8211; $55,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sow Farm Managers &#8211; IL  (Need 4) &#8211; Various Counties, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&#160; The farm sizes range from 5600-6000 head of sows and are located in Indiana and Illinois.&#160; Relocation assistance is provided.&#160;To Be Considered For This Role: You must have 3-5 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&nbsp; The farm sizes range from 5600-6000 head of sows and are located in Indiana and Illinois.&nbsp; Relocation assistance is provided.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager in swine production with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.&nbsp; A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Recordkeeping.</li>
<li>You must be computer literate and be familiar with swine management software such as: Agri-soft or Pigchamp</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals.&nbsp; You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Why This is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</li>
<li>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</li>
<li>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential</li>
<li>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location</li>
<li>Strong potential to become a production Manager over 3-4 farms</li>
<li>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $48,000.00</p>
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		<title>HR Recruiter (Bilingual) &#8211; West Central, IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking&#160;a bilingual (Spanish) HR recruiter to assist in the staffing efforts of this&#160;growing company.&#160; The position is located in rural&#160;West Central Illinois.&#160; Relocation assistance will be provided. Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:Working for one of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking&nbsp;a bilingual (Spanish) HR recruiter to assist in the staffing efforts of this&nbsp;growing company.&nbsp; The position is located in rural&nbsp;West Central Illinois.&nbsp; Relocation assistance will be provided.</p>
<p><strong>Reason Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong><br />Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country<br />Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth<br />Financially stable with farm production bonus potential<br />Excellent groud floor opportunity to get involved in the HR function and in Agri-Business<br />Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</p>
<p>The Recruiting Coordinator is directly responsible for the development and execution of recruiting plans.<br />The Recruiting Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and implementing recruiting initiatives by employing sourcing strategies and resources that will deliver recruiting success to clients and customers to ensure the best possible talent is hired.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Assists in the development and execution of&nbsp; recruiting plans Networks through industry contacts, associates, trade groups and employees to develop a pool of qualified candidates Attends career fairs, job fairs, networking events</li>
<li>Coordinates internal and external job postings Processes and tracks job applications in the HR database&nbsp;</li>
<li>Conducts prescreening of selected candidates to ensure only qualified candidates are referred for interviewing</li>
<li>Conducts effective orientations to integrate new employees into the company culture&nbsp;</li>
<li>Oversees the company internship programs and actively recruits for them</li>
<li>Assists in testing and selection process to fill vacant positions</li>
<li>Participates in team projects to identify and implement changes to the recruitment process</li>
<li>Stays abreast on labor recruiting laws</li>
<li>Assists with the coordination of determining reasons behind separations by conducting exit interviews and tracking data.</li>
<li>Actively participates in administrative staff meetings and attends meetings &amp; training as requested.</li>
<li>Translates documents for Professional Swine Management and Carthage Veterinary Services as requested</li>
<li>Assists with immigration processes</li>
<li>Acts as liaison between management and international employees.</li>
<li>Signs farm employees up for training toolboxes and tracks progress.</li>
<li>Assists employees in relocating as needed.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:</strong><br />A bachelor degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or related field&nbsp;<br />2-3 years experience in the human resources field<br />1-2 years work experience in foreign language &#8211; must be fluent in Reading, Writing and Speaking Spanish<br />Requires prior advanced principles and practices of human resources with strong emphasis in recruitment,<br />Ability to work with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook&nbsp;<br />Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills.<br />&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</p>
<p>Salary: $30,000.00 &#8211; $35,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Specialist &#8211; State College, PA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with&#160;the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist&#160;for a territory in&#160;Union, Mifflin&#160;and&#160;Snyder counties&#160;in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.&#160; This opportunity can best be described [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with&nbsp;the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist&nbsp;for a territory in&nbsp;Union, Mifflin&nbsp;and&nbsp;Snyder counties&nbsp;in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.&nbsp; This opportunity can best be described as taking a good territory and making it great.</p>
<p>Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a local search. Candidates should be located in central Pennsylvania.</p>
<p><strong>This is a great job for the right person because</strong>&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>High concentration of dairies in the region</li>
<li>Company provides auto expenses and all necessary tools.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent benefit package</li>
<li>Salary + Incentive program&nbsp;</li>
<li>Company produces top quality feeds</li>
<li>Support from the Regional Manager&nbsp;</li>
<li>Commitment to produce excellent and innovate products&nbsp;</li>
<li>Company commitment to ongoing training of its sales force.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong><br />This position requires candidates to have a basic understanding of dairy production, a good understanding of agriculture and sales aptitude, experience selling in the dairy business. Successful candidates may have sold feed, genetics, farm equipment, dairy equipment or animal health products. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an outgoing personality and enjoys 1 on 1 interaction with farmers. Candidates must be self motivated and self directed. A four-year degree in agriculture, dairy science or animal science is strongly preferred.</p>
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		<title>Programmer ( Progress Language) &#8211; Lafayette, IN USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The largest pork processor in the Midwest in an effort to improve operational efficiency is seeking an experienced and creative Programmer with Progress Language skills to create new programs at their award winning facility. The position is located in a quiet, beautiful area of Central Indiana. To be considered for this role: You must have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>The largest pork processor in the Midwest in an effort to improve operational efficiency is seeking an experienced and creative Programmer with Progress Language skills to create new programs at their award winning facility. The position is located in a quiet, beautiful area of Central Indiana.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role: </strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>You must have a minimum of 5 years of programming experience using Progress Language (vers.10 &#8211; 14) as well as Windows CP, Unix/Linux in a manufacturing environment. A four year degree is preferred.</span></li>
<li><span>You must have the ability to create, design, install &amp; compile Progress Code and manage live &amp; development databases.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span><strong>Design: </strong> You will use your programming skills to product custom designed software &amp; report generation software modules for a processing &amp; distribution facility including EDI, Purchase Orders, Invoices, Advanced Shipping Notices, Accounting/Invoicing applications and labels (some written in foreign languages)</p>
<p><strong>Development</strong>: You will collaborate with management and department leaders on projects, design &amp; user interface as well as perform Database management and enhancements; develop user data entry screens and debug, test &amp; document all newly developed software.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this would be a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong></span>
<ul>
<li><span>Largest pork processing facility in the Midwest </span></li>
<li><span>Award winning track record in Safety &amp; Environmental Technology </span></li>
<li><span>Solid commitment to their community and local farmers </span></li>
<li><span>Received the &ldquo;Above &amp; Beyond&rdquo; award for their commitment to employees that also serve in the military</span></li>
<li><span>Growing company that is expanding their operation </span></li>
<li><span>Far above industry average on retention of management level people </span></li>
<li><span>New position with expanding responsibilities </span></li>
<li><span>Great Midwest Location </span></li>
<li><span>Very competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.</span></li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $65,000.00 &#8211; $70,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Yakima, WA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington. 10 Reasons why the right person will love this job You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington.</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients</li>
<li>You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to listen to you and make great decisions on making or saving money</li>
<li>You will be compensated well and have the ability to earn the income you deserve</li>
<li>You will become a member of your clients&#39; management team and help them be more productive</li>
<li>You will be working for an established leader in the feed industry who is stable, financially strong and growing and provides a sold benefits package</li>
<li>Consultants receive management support with quick answers</li>
<li>You will be recognized when you meet &amp; exceed your goals and be appreciated for your contribution</li>
<li>Company lives each day by their core values so you can feel comfortable that you are representing an ethical, responsible company</li>
<li>You will enjoy many of the advantages of being a self-employed dairy consultant, without being self-employed</li>
<li>Company provides excellent support team, great distribution and a variety of products &amp; services so that you can bring a great deal of value to your clients</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be take advantage of this opportunity you</strong> <strong>must have a&nbsp;</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree and possess a track record of success in dairy nutrition sales <u><strong>or</strong></u><strong> </strong>have&nbsp;an advanced degree (MS, DVM, Ph.D)</li>
<li>Consultative approach with producers and be proficient balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>Advanced level of understanding of dairy nutrition and farm management</li>
<li>Level of&nbsp;confidence that allows you to be comfortable working with large&nbsp;dairies</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;</li>
<li><strong>Compensation program, which includes salary and benefits, will be commensurate with skills and experience.</strong></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Kennewick, WA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington. 10 Reasons why the right person will love this job You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington.</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients</li>
<li>You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to listen to you and make great decisions on making or saving money</li>
<li>You will be compensated well and have the ability to earn the income you deserve</li>
<li>You will become a member of your clients&#39; management team and help them be more productive</li>
<li>You will be working for an established leader in the feed industry who is stable, financially strong and growing and provides a sold benefits package</li>
<li>Consultants receive management support with quick answers</li>
<li>You will be recognized when you meet &amp; exceed your goals and be appreciated for your contribution</li>
<li>Company lives each day by their core values so you can feel comfortable that you are representing an ethical, responsible company</li>
<li>You will enjoy many of the advantages of being a self-employed dairy consultant, without being self-employed</li>
<li>Company provides excellent support team, great distribution and a variety of products &amp; services so that you can bring a great deal of value to your clients</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be take advantage of this opportunity you</strong> <strong>must have a&nbsp;</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree and possess a track record of success in dairy nutrition sales <u><strong>or</strong></u><strong>&nbsp; </strong>have&nbsp;an advanced degree (MS, DVM, Ph.D)</li>
<li>Consultative approach with producers and be proficient balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>Advanced level of understanding of dairy nutrition and farm management</li>
<li>Level of&nbsp;confidence that allows you to be comfortable working with large&nbsp;dairies</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<li>&nbsp;</li>
<li><strong>Compensation program, which includes salary and benefits, will be commensurate with skills and experience.</strong></li>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Pullman, WA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington. 10 Reasons why the right person will love this job You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington.</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong>
<ul>
<li>You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients</li>
<li>You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to listen to you and make great decisions on making or saving money</li>
<li>You will be compensated well and have the ability to earn the income you deserve</li>
<li>You will become a member of your clients&#39; management team and help them be more productive</li>
<li>You will be working for an established leader in the feed industry who is stable, financially strong and growing and provides a sold benefits package</li>
<li>Consultants receive management support with quick answers</li>
<li>You will be recognized when you meet &amp; exceed your goals and be appreciated for your contribution</li>
<li>Company lives each day by their core values so you can feel comfortable that you are representing an ethical, responsible company</li>
<li>You will enjoy many of the advantages of being a self-employed dairy consultant, without being self-employed</li>
<li>Company provides excellent support team, great distribution and a variety of products &amp; services so that you can bring a great deal of value to your clients</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be take advantage of this opportunity you</strong> <strong>must have a&nbsp;</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree and possess a track record of success in dairy nutrition sales <u><strong>or</strong></u><strong> </strong>have&nbsp;an advanced degree (MS, DVM, Ph.D)</li>
<li>Consultative approach with producers and be proficient balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>Advanced level of understanding of dairy nutrition and farm management</li>
<li>Level of&nbsp;confidence that allows you to be comfortable working with large&nbsp;dairies</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;</li>
<li><strong>Compensation program, which includes salary and benefits, will be commensurate with skills and experience.</strong></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; Technical Support Manager &#8211; OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutritionist needed to support field sales in Ohio and western Pennsylvania. In this role you will spend 3-4 days each week in the field trouble-shooting problems on farms, training sales reps, assisting 10 sales reps as they move the sales process forward and helping producers reach their goals. &#160;The balance of your time will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dairy Nutritionist needed to support field sales in Ohio and western Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>In this role you will spend 3-4 days each week in the field trouble-shooting problems on farms, training sales reps, assisting 10 sales reps as they move the sales process forward and helping producers reach their goals. &nbsp;The balance of your time will be spent formulating rations, leading producer meetings and conducting field trials.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons this is a great job for the right person</strong>
<ul>
<li>Company has significant market share in region</li>
<li>Company is growing and is financially solid</li>
<li>It is a collaborative environment working with the sales team</li>
<li>Regional travel with 2-3 overnights each week</li>
<li>Company is focusing on dairy as a growth area</li>
<li>Role has significant autonomy, you manage your work</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role you must possess</strong>
<ul>
<li>a MS or PhD in dairy or ruminant science</li>
<li>be proficient balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>have experience interacting with dairy producers and sales reps</li>
<li>be willing to live in Ohio or Western Pennsylvania</li>
<li>be self-directed and possess top communication skills</li>
<li>be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li>
</ul>
<p>
<p>Salary: $90,000.00 &#8211; $110,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; corporate position &#8211; MN USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Practical dairy nutritionist with advanced degree wanted as team member for corporate office role that combines Assisting in research that will produce cutting edge dairy nutrition products Overseeing the technical aspects of ration balancing software Writing technical materials for sales team and for marketing purposes Providing field technical support to producers and the sales team [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Practical dairy nutritionist with advanced degree wanted as team member for corporate office role that combines</p>
<ul>
<li>Assisting in research that will produce cutting edge dairy nutrition products</li>
<li>Overseeing the technical aspects of ration balancing software</li>
<li>Writing technical materials for sales team and for marketing purposes</li>
<li>Providing field technical support to producers and the sales team</li>
<li>Designing and launching dairy training programs for sales staff</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Reasons this is a great job for the right person</strong>
<ul>
<li>Team atmosphere, you will work on projects independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>Resources are available for you to excel in the role</li>
<li>Profitable company, growing company that produces science-based products</li>
<li>Moderate travel</li>
<li>Variety &#8211; working on the computer, via phone, in the office,with dealers and on the farms</li>
<li>Salaried position with large reputable leader&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role</strong><br />You must possess an advanced degree in dairy or ruminant nutrition and be able to communicate technical information to both highly technical and non-technical people in oral and written formats.&nbsp; You must be able to travel overnight at a moderate level and be a great team player.&nbsp; Practical experience working in an R&amp;D or tech support role is preferred.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support &#8211; Columbus, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&#160; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania. This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&nbsp; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can live anywhere in OH, IN, MI or western PA.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Reasons the right person will love this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>High degree of autonomy over your day-to-day work</li>
<li>Regional travel (up to 50%)</li>
<li>Work from an office based in your home</li>
<li>Job combines office work (diet formulation, sales support, research) with field work (trouble-shooting, training, sales support)</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation, significant market share and an excellent reputation</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy science or ruminant nutrition, practical experience working directly with producers and some experience developing/marketing new products.</li>
<li>Other necessary skills include,&nbsp;excellent analytical ability, written and oral communication skills and be comfortable in both training and public speaking.</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to overnight travel up to 50%</li>
<li>Only team players who can manage multiple priorities need apply.&nbsp; Raging individualists should check out our other job advertisements.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support &#8211; Wooster, OH USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&#160; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania. This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&nbsp; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can live anywhere in OH, IN, MI or western PA.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Reasons the right person will love this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>High degree of autonomy over your day-to-day work</li>
<li>Regional travel (up to 50%)</li>
<li>Work from an office based in your home</li>
<li>Job combines office work (diet formulation, sales support, research) with field work (trouble-shooting, training, sales support)</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation, significant market share and an excellent reputation</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy science or ruminant nutrition, practical experience working directly with producers and some experience developing/marketing new products.</li>
<li>Other necessary skills include,&nbsp;excellent analytical ability, written and oral communication skills and be comfortable in both training and public speaking.</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to overnight travel up to 50%</li>
<li>Only team players who can manage multiple priorities need apply.&nbsp; Raging individualists should check out our other job advertisements.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support &#8211; Grand Rapids, MI USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&#160; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania. This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&nbsp; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can live anywhere in OH, IN, MI or western PA.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Reasons the right person will love this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>High degree of autonomy over your day-to-day work</li>
<li>Regional travel (up to 50%)</li>
<li>Work from an office based in your home</li>
<li>Job combines office work (diet formulation, sales support, research) with field work (trouble-shooting, training, sales support)</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation, significant market share and an excellent reputation</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy science or ruminant nutrition, practical experience working directly with producers and some experience developing/marketing new products.</li>
<li>Other necessary skills include,&nbsp;excellent analytical ability, written and oral communication skills and be comfortable in both training and public speaking.</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to overnight travel up to 50%</li>
<li>Only team players who can manage multiple priorities need apply.&nbsp; Raging individualists should check out our other job advertisements.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support &#8211; Altoona, PA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&#160; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania. This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.&nbsp; Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can live anywhere in OH, IN, MI or western PA.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Reasons the right person will love this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>High degree of autonomy over your day-to-day work</li>
<li>Regional travel (up to 50%)</li>
<li>Work from an office based in your home</li>
<li>Job combines office work (diet formulation, sales support, research) with field work (trouble-shooting, training, sales support)</li>
<li>Company has excellent reputation, significant market share and an excellent reputation</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong><br />&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy science or ruminant nutrition, practical experience working directly with producers and some experience developing/marketing new products.</li>
<li>Other necessary skills include,&nbsp;excellent analytical ability, written and oral communication skills and be comfortable in both training and public speaking.</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to overnight travel up to 50%</li>
<li>Only team players who can manage multiple priorities need apply.&nbsp; Raging individualists should check out our other job advertisements.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant Trainee &#8211; Western, MA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks entry level sales professional to call on dairy farms in western Massachusetts. Reasons why this is a great job for the right person You would complete a structured training program mentored by a successful pro The company is large enough to provide great products and service, but [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks entry level sales professional to call on dairy farms in western Massachusetts.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</strong>
<ul>
<li>You would complete a structured training program mentored by a successful pro</li>
<li>The company is large enough to provide great products and service, but small enough that you will be appreciated and recognized for your accomplishments</li>
<li>Success in the training program provides salary increases at regular intervals</li>
<li>You will help dairy producers be more profitable by providing them with nutritional and management advice</li>
<li>You will become a trusted advisor to the dairy producer</li>
<li>You will work from an office in your home</li>
<li>Company provides a car, computer, phone, benefits, salary, regular reviews and the ability to earn a significant income after training</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;<strong>To be considered for this job candidates must have</strong>
<ul>
<li>a solid understanding of how a dairy farm operates</li>
<li>a passion for the dairy industry</li>
<li>sales aptitude or sales abilities</li>
<li>the desire to live in the territory for a long time</li>
<li>a reason to live in the region</li>
<li>strong verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>
<p>A AS/BS degree in animal science is preferred</p>
<p>Salary: $35,000.00 &#8211; $50,000.00</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant &#8211; Addison County, VT USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Want the benefits of self-employment with the stability of a corporate employer? &#160;This job might be right for you. &#160;Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks seasoned sales professional to call on dairy farms in Addison County, Vermont. Reasons why this is a great job for the right person- More autonomy in this role [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Want the benefits of self-employment with the stability of a corporate employer? &nbsp;This job might be right for you. &nbsp;Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks seasoned sales professional to call on dairy farms in Addison County, Vermont.</p>
<p>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person<br />- More autonomy in this role than with most competitors<br />- The company is large enough to provide great products and service, but small enough that you will be appreciated and recognized for your accomplishments<br />- You will help dairy producers be more profitable by providing them with nutritional and management advice<br />- You will be a trusted advisor to the dairy producer<br />- You will work from an office in your home<br />- Company provides a car, computer, phone, benefits, salary, regular reviews and the ability to earn a significant income after training</p>
<p>To be considered for this job candidates must have a track record of success selling dairy nutritional products to producers in Addison County, Vermont and a passion for the dairy industry.
<p>Salary: $60,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</p>
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		<title>Area General Manager, Richmond, Virginia Salary: $80,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Area General Manager, Richmond, Virginia Salary: $80,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00 &#160; Job Description Major agriculture/food company seeks an Area Manager to oversee operations in eastern Virginia.  In this role you will oversee manufacturing with 15 in the plant, a $7M production and transportation budget, a fleet of 14 trucks/ 22 drivers, a busy regional garage, staffing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Area General Manager, Richmond, Virginia Salary: $80,000.00 &#8211; $100,000.00</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Job Description</p>
<p>Major agriculture/food company seeks an Area Manager to oversee operations in eastern Virginia.  In this role you will oversee manufacturing with 15 in the plant, a $7M production and transportation budget, a fleet of 14 trucks/ 22 drivers, a busy regional garage, staffing and leadership development, safety and environmental compliance, capital improvements, inventory and asset protection.  You will use Corporate supported tools to optimize performance to produce the quality product efficiently in a safe compliant environment.  Recruiting, developing, cross-training and retaining a productive team is central to success in this position.  Working with procurement you will insure adequate inventories of raw materials.  By managing continuous improvements you will keep the faculties compliant, safe, profitable and efficient.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This is a great opportunity for a plant manager who wants to take the next step or a general manager who is looking for a new challenge.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>To be considered for this job you should possess</p>
<p>5 or more years experience as a Plant Manager or Logistics/Transportation Manager with a company where a raw material is processed into a finished product.</p>
<p>A Bachelors degree</p>
<p>Experience managing a multi-million dollar budget</p>
<p>A strong understanding of OSHA and other regulatory compliance</p>
<p>A passion for training and developing team members and management trainees</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Reasons why the right person is going to love this job</p>
<p>You have autonomy within corporate parameters</p>
<p>You have all the resources to be successful</p>
<p>There is an experienced supervisory staff in place.</p>
<p>Three similar facilities are within a three to five hour drive and are supportive</p>
<p>Corporate and management support to achieve desired results</p>
<p>Busy 24/6 ISO 22000 certified operation</p>
<p>Capital improvements budgeted</p>
<p>High profile position within the organization</p>
<p>Company is a leader in its’ field providing the tools to be successful</p>
<p>Salaried position with excellent bonus opportunity and benefits &amp; pension</p>
<p>You will be responsible for the entire operation, giving you a chance to showcase your skills</p>
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		<title>Livestock Nutritionist, Ohio Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Livestock Nutritionist, Ohio Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00 Degree: Master of Science; Date: 3/6/2012 &#160; Established animal nutrition company seeks Livestock Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force. &#160; 10 Reasons why this is a great job for the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Livestock Nutritionist, Ohio Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</p>
<p>Degree: Master of Science;</p>
<p>Date: 3/6/2012</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Established animal nutrition company seeks Livestock Nutritionist to create feed programs, balance rations, deal with regulatory affairs, produce/review feed tags, feed testing and provide technical support to the sales force.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>10 Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</p>
<p>Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment</p>
<p>Variety of tasks and people</p>
<p>Work in the office and in the field</p>
<p>Work with a variety of species</p>
<p>Solve on-farm problems with experienced sales staff</p>
<p>Collaborative environment with experienced team of nutritionists</p>
<p>Apply knowledge in real world practical settings</p>
<p>Growing company provides additional responsibilities for this role in future</p>
<p>Competitive salary</p>
<p>Excellent benefits package with financially solid company</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Qualifications</p>
<p>Minimum MS degree in animal nutrition, dairy science, monogastric nutrition or poultry</p>
<p>Ability to balance rations</p>
<p>Excellent verbal communication skills</p>
<p>Excellent interpersonal skills</p>
<p>Passion for livestock &amp; feeds</p>
<p>Enthusiastic energy level</p>
<p>Only candidates living in (or having strong ties to) Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Indiana or Kentucky will be considered for this opportunity.</p>
<p>Keywords: monogastric, ruminant, swine, pigs, equine, dairy, beef, animal, nutrition</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant, Entry-Level or Experienced, Finger Lakes, NY</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:07:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutrition Consultant Location: Watkins Glen, NY Job Type: Direct Hire Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00 Depending on Experience Degree: Bachelor of Science; &#160; Job Description Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.  This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and Schuyler Counties in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Consultant</strong></p>
<p>Location: Watkins Glen, NY</p>
<p>Job Type: Direct Hire</p>
<p>Salary: $40,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00 Depending on Experience</p>
<p>Degree: Bachelor of Science;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.  This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and Schuyler Counties in New York.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons the right candidate will love this job</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Territory has an established clientele that will provide a solid base for growth</li>
<li>The growth potential for this territory is 150%</li>
<li>Role has considerable autonomy</li>
<li>Base Salary + commissions over quota + car + benefits</li>
<li>Wide product offering</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial corporate environment</li>
<li>Mentoring by someone with 30 years’ experience</li>
<li>Established customer base from which to build</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you must</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Have a desire to live in the territory</li>
<li>Have practical experience with dairy farms</li>
<li>Have an excellent driving record</li>
<li>Have a BS degree in dairy science, agriculture or animal science</li>
<li>Sales aptitude</li>
<li>Strong verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Dairy Farm Sales Trainee, Cortland County, New York</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:39:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Farm Sales Trainee Location:               Cortland County, NY &#8211; USA Entry Level Salary:    $35,000 &#8211; $50,000 Full Benefits:      Yes &#160; General Comments        Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks entry-level sales professional to call on dairy farms in Cortland County, NY. Candidate must be familiar with Cortland County, NY. &#160; Reasons [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Farm Sales Trainee</strong></p>
<p>Location:               Cortland County, NY &#8211; USA</p>
<p>Entry Level</p>
<p>Salary:    $35,000 &#8211; $50,000</p>
<p>Full Benefits:      Yes</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>General Comments        </strong></p>
<p>Regional feed company with excellent training program seeks entry-level sales professional to call on dairy farms in Cortland County, NY. <strong>Candidate must be familiar with Cortland County, NY.</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>You would complete a structured training program mentored by a successful pro</li>
<li>The company offers great products and service</li>
<li>You will help dairy producers be more profitable by providing them with nutritional and management advice</li>
<li>You will become a trusted advisor to the dairy producer</li>
<li>You will work from an office in your home</li>
<li>Company provides a car, computer, phone, benefits, salary, regular reviews and the ability to earn a significant income after training</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job candidates must have</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>A BS degree in dairy, animal science or agriculture</li>
<li>An understanding of how a dairy farm operates</li>
<li>A passion for agriculture</li>
<li>Sales aptitude or sales abilities</li>
<li>The desire to live in Cortland County for a long time</li>
<li>Strong verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Specialist, Central Pennsylvania</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:16:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutrition Specialist, Central Pennsylvania Year(s) Exp:         4+ &#160;  General Comments       Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for a territory in Union, Mifflin and Snyder counties in Pennsylvania [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Specialist, Central Pennsylvania </strong></p>
<p>Year(s) Exp:         4+</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong> General Comments       </strong></p>
<p>Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for a territory in Union, Mifflin and Snyder counties in Pennsylvania to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.  This opportunity can best be described as taking a good territory and making it great.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a local search. Candidates should be located in central Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>This is a great job for the right person because </strong></p>
<ol>
<li>High concentration of dairies in the region</li>
<li>Company provides auto expenses and all necessary tools.</li>
<li>Excellent benefit package</li>
<li>Salary + Incentive program</li>
<li>Company produces top quality feeds</li>
<li>Support from the Regional Manager</li>
<li>Commitment to produce excellent and innovate products</li>
<li>Company commitment to ongoing training of its sales force.</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>This position requires candidates to have a basic understanding of dairy production, a good understanding of agriculture and sales aptitude, experience selling in the dairy business. Successful candidates may have sold feed, genetics, farm equipment, dairy equipment or animal health products. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an outgoing personality and enjoys 1 on 1 interaction with farmers. Candidates must be self motivated and self directed. A four-year degree in agriculture, dairy science or animal science is strongly preferred.</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant, New York, Salary:     $40,000 &#8211; $80,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:13:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; Dairy Nutrition Consultant, New York, Salary:     $40,000 &#8211; $80,000 Year(s) Exp:         2+ &#160;  General Comments       Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.  This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and Schuyler Counties in New York. &#160; Reasons the right candidate [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Consultant, </strong>New York, Salary:     $40,000 &#8211; $80,000</p>
<p>Year(s) Exp:         2+</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong> General Comments       </strong></p>
<p>Regional Dairy Nutrition Consulting Group seeks to add an associate to manage current business and further develop a territory.  This territory includes Seneca, Yates, Tompkins, Cayuga and Schuyler Counties in New York.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons the right candidate will love this job</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Territory has an established clientele that will provide a solid base for growth</li>
<li>The growth potential for this territory is 150%</li>
<li>Role has considerable autonomy</li>
<li>Base Salary + commissions over quota + car + benefits</li>
<li>Wide product offering</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial corporate environment</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job you must</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Presently live in the territory</li>
<li>Have a minimum of 2 years experience making farm calls for a feed company or similar business</li>
<li>Be proficient at balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>Have practical experience with dairy farms</li>
<li>Have an excellent driving record</li>
<li>Have a BS degree in dairy science, agriculture or animal science</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Consultant, Washington</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:08:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutrition Consultant Location: Washington &#160; Job Description Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington. &#160; 10 Reasons why the right person will love this job You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients You [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Consultant</strong></p>
<p>Location: Washington</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Established dairy nutrition company seeks Dairy Nutrition Consultant to further develop their presence in southeastern Washington.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>10 Reasons why the right person will love this job</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>You will have a great deal of autonomy, so you can make decisions that are right for your clients</li>
<li>You will focus on large progressive dairies who want to listen to you and make great decisions on making or saving money</li>
<li>You will be compensated well and have the ability to earn the income you deserve</li>
<li>You will become a member of your clients&#8217; management team and help them be more productive</li>
<li>You will be working for an established leader in the feed industry who is stable, financially strong and growing and provides a sold benefits package</li>
<li>Consultants receive management support with quick answers</li>
<li>You will be recognized when you meet &amp; exceed your goals and be appreciated for your contribution</li>
<li>Company lives each day by their core values so you can feel comfortable that you are representing an ethical, responsible company</li>
<li>You will enjoy many of the advantages of being a self-employed dairy consultant, without being self-employed</li>
<li>Company provides excellent support team, great distribution and a variety of products &amp; services so that you can bring a great deal of value to your clients</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be take advantage of this opportunity you must have a </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>BS degree and possess a track record of success in dairy nutrition sales or have an advanced degree (MS, DVM, Ph.D)</li>
<li>Consultative approach with producers and be proficient balancing dairy rations</li>
<li>Advanced level of understanding of dairy nutrition and farm management</li>
<li>Level of confidence that allows you to be comfortable working with large dairies</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Compensation program, which includes salary and benefits, will be commensurate with skills and experience.</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; Technical Support Manager, Ohio or Pennsylvania, Salary:$90,000-$110,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:53:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; Technical Support Manager Location: Ohio or Pennsylvania Salary: $90,000.00 &#8211; $110,000.00 Degree: Master of Science; &#160; Job Description Dairy Nutritionist needed to support field sales in Ohio and western Pennsylvania. &#160; In this role you will spend 3-4 days each week in the field trouble-shooting problems on farms, training sales reps, assisting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; Technical Support Manager</strong></p>
<p>Location: Ohio or Pennsylvania</p>
<p>Salary: $90,000.00 &#8211; $110,000.00</p>
<p>Degree: Master of Science;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Dairy Nutritionist needed to support field sales in Ohio and western Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In this role you will spend 3-4 days each week in the field trouble-shooting problems on farms, training sales reps, assisting 10 sales reps as they move the sales process forward and helping producers reach their goals.  The balance of your time will be spent formulating rations, leading producer meetings and conducting field trials.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons this is a great job for the right person</strong></p>
<p>Company has significant market share in region</p>
<p>Company is growing and is financially solid</p>
<p>It is a collaborative environment working with the sales team</p>
<p>Regional travel with 2-3 overnights each week</p>
<p>Company is focusing on dairy as a growth area</p>
<p>Role has significant autonomy, you manage your work</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role you must possess</strong></p>
<p>a MS or PhD in dairy or ruminant science</p>
<p>be proficient balancing dairy rations</p>
<p>have experience interacting with dairy producers and sales reps</p>
<p>be willing to live in Ohio or Western Pennsylvania</p>
<p>be self-directed and possess top communication skills</p>
<p>be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support; Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:51:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support Locations: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania Degree: Master of Science; Doctor of Philosophy; &#160; Job Description Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.  Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutritionist/Technical Support</strong></p>
<p>Locations: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania</p>
<p>Degree: Master of Science; Doctor of Philosophy;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Spend your days helping dairy producers and dairy feed sales reps solve problems on farms, learn more about how to feed their cows and be more productive.  Major feed company seeks regional Technical Support Manager for their dairy business in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This job is advertised in multiple locations as you can live anywhere in OH, IN, MI or western PA.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Reasons the right person will love this job</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>High degree of autonomy over your day-to-day work</strong></p>
<p>Regional travel (up to 50%)</p>
<p>Work from an office based in your home</p>
<p>Job combines office work (diet formulation, sales support, research) with field work (trouble-shooting, training, sales support)</p>
<p>Company has excellent reputation, significant market share and an excellent reputation</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this job</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy science or ruminant nutrition, practical experience working directly with producers and some experience developing/marketing new products.</p>
<p>Other necessary skills include, excellent analytical ability, written and oral communication skills and be comfortable in both training and public speaking.</p>
<p>Willingness and ability to overnight travel up to 50%</p>
<p>Only team players who can manage multiple priorities need apply.  Raging individualists should check out our other job advertisements.</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; corporate position Minnesota</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; corporate position Minnesota Degree: Master of Science; Doctor of Philosophy; &#160; Job Description Practical dairy nutritionist with advanced degree wanted as team member for corporate office role that combines Assisting in research that will produce cutting edge dairy nutrition products Overseeing the technical aspects of ration balancing software Writing technical materials for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutritionist &#8211; corporate position</strong></p>
<p>Minnesota</p>
<p>Degree: Master of Science; Doctor of Philosophy;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>Practical dairy nutritionist with advanced degree wanted as team member for corporate office role that combines</p>
<p>Assisting in research that will produce cutting edge dairy nutrition products</p>
<p>Overseeing the technical aspects of ration balancing software</p>
<p>Writing technical materials for sales team and for marketing purposes</p>
<p>Providing field technical support to producers and the sales team</p>
<p>Designing and launching dairy training programs for sales staff</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons this is a great job for the right person</strong></p>
<p>Team atmosphere, you will work on projects independently and as part of a team</p>
<p>Resources are available for you to excel in the role</p>
<p>Profitable company, growing company that produces science-based products</p>
<p>Moderate travel</p>
<p>Variety &#8211; working on the computer, via phone, in the office,with dealers and on the farms</p>
<p>Salaried position with large reputable leader</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role</strong></p>
<p>You must possess an advanced degree in dairy or ruminant nutrition and be able to communicate technical information to both highly technical and non-technical people in oral and written formats.  You must be able to travel overnight at a moderate level and be a great team player.  Practical experience working in an R&amp;D or tech support role is preferred.</p>
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		<title>Dairy Nutrition Specialist, New York, Pennsylvania, Salary up to $75,000</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dairy Nutrition Specialist Locations:             Southeastern New York or  Northeastern Pennsylvania Salary:    $35,000 &#8211; $75,000, depending on experience &#160; General Comments        Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dairy Nutrition Specialist</strong></p>
<p>Locations:             Southeastern New York or  Northeastern Pennsylvania</p>
<p>Salary:    $35,000 &#8211; $75,000, depending on experience</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>General Comments        </strong></p>
<p>Spend your days helping Dairy Producers improve profitability and animal health by providing animal nutrition solutions with the best feed available. Regional animal feed company seeks to hire a Dairy Nutrition Specialist for a territory in Delaware and Broome counties to consult with dairy producers and sell animal nutrition to local farms.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a local search. Candidates should be located in south east New York or north east Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>This is a great job for the right person because </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>High concentration of dairies in the region</li>
<li>Company provides auto expenses and all necessary tools.</li>
<li>Excellent benefit package</li>
<li>Salary + Incentive program</li>
<li>Company produces top quality feeds</li>
<li>Support from the Regional Manager</li>
<li>Commitment to produce excellent and innovate products</li>
<li>Company commitment to ongoing training of its sales force.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>This position requires candidates to have a basic understanding of dairy production, a good understanding of agriculture and sales aptitude, preferably selling in the dairy business. Successful candidates may have sold feed, genetics, farm equipment, dairy equipment or animal health products. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an outgoing personality and enjoys 1 on 1 interaction with farmers. Candidates must be self motivated and self directed. A four-year degree in agriculture, dairy science or animal science is strongly preferred. Recent grads who desire a career in sales and come from the dairy industry are encouraged to apply.</p>
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		<title>Animal Nutrition Sales, Michigan or Ohio, Salary: $50,000-$80,000</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:16:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Animal Nutrition Sales Locations Available: Wooster, Lima, Van Wert, Defiance, Toledo, Findlay, Bowling Green and Fremont, Ohio; Bad Axe (Michigan Thumb), Cadillac, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, Big Rapids, Mt. Pleasant and Lansing, Michigan. Salary: $50,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00 &#160; Job Description &#160; Regional animal agriculture company seeks experienced sales consultants who are passionate about animal agriculture!  In [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Animal Nutrition Sales</strong></p>
<p>Locations Available: Wooster, Lima, Van Wert, Defiance, Toledo, Findlay, Bowling Green and Fremont, Ohio; Bad Axe (Michigan Thumb), Cadillac, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, Big Rapids, Mt. Pleasant and Lansing, Michigan.</p>
<p>Salary: $50,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Regional animal agriculture company seeks experienced sales consultants who are passionate about animal agriculture!  In this role you will develop business to grow their presence in Ohio.  Various territories are available in Ohio including Wooster, Lima, Van Wert, Defiance, Toledo, Findlay, Bowling Green and Fremont, and in Michigan including Bad Axe (Michigan Thumb), Cadillac, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, Big Rapids, Mt. Pleasant and Lansing.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you like to sell and develop new accounts this job is for you.  <strong>If you like to baby-sit existing accounts, you&#8217;ll hate this job.</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why the right candidate will love this job</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>You will be an integral part of your customer&#8217;s success and a consultant helping them be more successful</li>
<li>You will have all the tools necessary to be successful in the role</li>
<li>This is an established company with an excellent reputation for customer service and a history of growth</li>
<li>Excellent benefits package with company car and an income potential that is among the best in the business</li>
<li>The company is entrepreneurial and hires people who are self-directed, you will not be micro-managed</li>
<li>Success is rewarded.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Successful candidates</strong> will have demonstrable success selling agricultural products to dealers (feed mills/farm stores) or direct-to-farm to dairy, swine or beef operations.  <strong>Typical candidates have at least 2 years of sales experience in one of the following areas: genetics, animal feed, animal health, agronomy, milking equipment, veterinary products or similar product lines.</strong>  Candidates must have a BS degree in animal science, agri-business or dairy science.  A strong track record of success coupled with a strong understanding of animals/farming is required.   Knowledge of animal nutrition is desired, but not necessarily mandatory.  This company manufacturers feed products for all species.</p>
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		<title>Animal Protein Segment Manager (Sales), Location: Kentucky,Compensation: $90K plus bonus</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:03:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Animal Protein Segment Manager (Sales) Location: Kentucky Compensation: $90K plus bonus &#160; Our client is growing, debt free and has never gone through a corporate layoff. Our hiring manager moved up from a territory sales rep. to a Director; the company is expanding and there is much opportunity for career growth within the organization. &#160; [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Animal Protein Segment Manager (Sales)</strong></p>
<p>Location: Kentucky</p>
<p>Compensation: $90K plus bonus</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our client is growing, debt free and has never gone through a corporate layoff. Our hiring manager moved up from a territory sales rep. to a Director; the company is expanding and there is much opportunity for career growth within the organization.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>
<p>4 years of agricultural based sales experience</p>
<p>Willingness to work hard, contribute and be a part of a team environment</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Description:</strong></p>
<p>The incumbent will promote sales of our clients over the counter and biosecurity products into the US Animal Protein Segment and distribution channel within the assigned territory.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This role involves direct communication with existing customer base on a consistent basis, monitoring customer satisfaction, resolving customer problems and concerns and monitoring the organization’s competitive position in the marketplace.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The successful candidate will develop sales plans and strategies to penetrate new markets and increase market share and profitability of territory and will provide written updates on a monthly basis.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The goal is to meet and exceed the assigned budgeted sales revenue for the assigned territory. The incumbent will collaborate with communications to develop and provide product marketing material and programs that are effective and profitable and will represent the company and analyze industry trade shows and meetings to promote products and services, increase market and competitive knowledge and identify new products for distribution, OEM or development.</p>
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		<title>Animal Protein Account Manager – Dairy, Salary: $45K, Upper Midwest or Southwest</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Animal Protein Account Manager – Dairy Opportunities in 2 territories Southwest &#8211; western OK, northern TX, southeastern CO and western NM Upper Midwest Compensation: $45K plus bonus Requirements: 2 years of applicable experience &#160; This position entails calling on dairy farms, focusing on primarily 500+ cow herds and the primary products are milk residue test [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Animal Protein Account Manager – Dairy</strong></p>
<p>Opportunities in 2 territories</p>
<p>Southwest &#8211; western OK, northern TX, southeastern CO and western NM</p>
<p>Upper Midwest</p>
<p>Compensation: $45K plus bonus</p>
<p>Requirements: 2 years of applicable experience</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This position entails calling on dairy farms, focusing on primarily 500+ cow herds and the primary products are milk residue test kits, diagnostic test kits, lameness products, foot bath products, cleaners, disinfectants, rodenticides and disposable goods. The position is remote and the incumbent will live in the territory and will travel. Company car provided.</p>
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		<title>Swine Veterinarian – Multiple positions in Indiana and Ohio, salary up to $145K</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Swine Veterinarian – Multiple positions in Indiana and Ohio Salary: Up to $145K Experience required: 1 year The Swine Veterinarian is responsible for providing both practical and scientific support to internal and external customers, in order to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage in the pork industry. The Swine Veterinarian must serve as a scientific and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Swine Veterinarian – Multiple positions in Indiana and Ohio</strong><br />
<strong>Salary: Up to $145K</strong><br />
<strong>Experience required: 1 year</strong></p>
<p>The Swine Veterinarian is responsible for providing both practical and scientific support to internal and external customers, in order to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage in the pork industry. The Swine Veterinarian must serve as a scientific and technical advisor to operations personnel on matters related to swine veterinary medicine. The Swine Veterinarian is responsible for supporting and educating the swine sales force and pork customers in the proper use and placement of biological and pharmaceutical products within the pork production system. The ideal candidate will be one who is recognized for expertise in the areas of, but not limited to Pork Production, Swine Respiratory Disease, Immunology, Anti Infectives. This position will require overnight travel.</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ol start="1">
<li>Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree with license in at least 1 US state</li>
<li>1 year post doctoral experience in clinical practice, academia, research or industry, private practice or production medicine experience preferred</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of U.S Pork Production</li>
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		<title>Sow Farm Managers (IL Need 2) &#8211; IL USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&#160; The farm sizes range from 5600-6000 head of sows and are located in Illinois.&#160; Relocation assistance is provided.&#160;To Be Considered For This Role: You must have 3-5 years [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top ten swine management companies in the United States is currently seeking strong experienced sow farm managers with a passion for the swine industry.&nbsp; The farm sizes range from 5600-6000 head of sows and are located in Illinois.&nbsp; Relocation assistance is provided.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>To Be Considered For This Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have 3-5 years experience as a farm manager in swine production with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.&nbsp; A BS degree in Animal Science is preferred but will consider equivalent education/work experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience in a sow operation being responsible for all daily aspects of that operation including: Proper Pig Production Practices; General Animal Husbandry; Bio-Security &amp; Safety; Pig Flow; Nutrition; Treatment &amp; Vaccinations; Environmental issues and Recordkeeping.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Your experience will allow you to effectively hire, train, develop &amp; supervise staff to attain production goals.&nbsp; You will oversee financial performance; comply with company SOPS; ensure adherence to company policies relating to Safety &amp; Bio-Security; maintain targets &amp; goals for breeding &amp; farrowing and make recommendation to management team on operational improvements.</p>
<p><strong>Why This is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Working for one of the top ten swine producers in the country</li>
<li>Solid reputation and positioned for continued growth</li>
<li>Financially stable with farm production bonus potential</li>
<li>Will hire husband &amp; wife teams &ndash; provided they work at the same location</li>
<li>Strong potential to become a production Manager over 3-4 farms</li>
<li>Competitive salary, paid medical for the family, bonus and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $42,000.00 &#8211; $50,000.00</p>
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		<title>Quality Assurance Manager &#8211; Delphi, IN USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The largest pork processor in the Midwest in an effort to improve the quality and safety of their product offerings is seeking a strong experienced Quality Professional to function as their Quality Assurance Manager role at their award winning facility.&#160; The position is located in a quiet, beautiful area of Central Indiana. To be considered [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The largest pork processor in the Midwest in an effort to improve the quality and safety of their product offerings is seeking a strong experienced Quality Professional to function as their Quality Assurance Manager role at their award winning facility.&nbsp; The position is located in a quiet, beautiful area of Central Indiana.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a four year degree and 3-5 years of quality management experience in a red meat processing facility (beef or pork) with proven leadership skills and the ability to implement programs.</li>
<li>You must have experience dealing with USDA inspectors (on a daily basis), non-compliance reports, plant audits and be knowledgeable with SQF procedures as well as all aspects of a processing facility.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Reporting to the QA Director &ndash; this will be a boots on the ground type position dealing with all of the day to day aspects of the quality program.&nbsp; You will oversee and manage the efforts of the quality supervisors and technicians.&nbsp; You will also use your leadership skills to earn the respect of your staff and those of the inspectors when dealing with NR&rsquo;s and plant audits.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Reasons why this would be a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Largest pork processing facility in the Midwest</li>
<li>Award winning track record in Safety &amp; Environmental Technology</li>
<li>Solid commitment to their community and local farmers</li>
<li>Received the &ldquo;Above &amp; Beyond&rdquo; award for their commitment to employees that also serve in the military</li>
<li>Growing company that is expanding their operation</li>
<li>Above industry average on retention of management level people</li>
<li>Strong potential to move to Director position within 3 years.</li>
<li>Great Midwest Location</li>
<li>Very competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $75,000.00 &#8211; $80,000.00</p>
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		<title>Poultry Technical Support Manager, Salary: $90K-$110K, Arkansas</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Poultry Technical Support Manager Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Salary: $90K-$110K Education required: MS or higher &#160; The Technical Support Manager will provide technical service and training to customers including end users and distributors and in collaboration with other company personnel and will oversee trials involving use of company products under commercial conditions.  The incumbent will troubleshoot [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Poultry Technical Support Manager</strong></p>
<p>Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas</p>
<p>Salary: $90K-$110K</p>
<p>Education required: MS or higher</p>
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<p>The Technical Support Manager will provide technical service and training to customers including end users and distributors and in collaboration with other company personnel and will oversee trials involving use of company products under commercial conditions.  The incumbent will troubleshoot customer problems, provide assistance to the Director of New Product Development, deliver presentations describing the company’s products and technologies and will contribute to the development of public view materials intending to support the company’s sales and marketing efforts.  The incumbent will represent the company at meetings and trade shows.</p>
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<p>Qualifications include excellent communication skills, willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time both domestically and international, self motivated, detail oriented, organized, ability to work independently, comfortable in public speaking roles, high-level understanding of poultry health, preferably derived from a combination of formal education and work experience. Strong understanding of poultry nutrition a plus. Must demonstrate intellectual curiosity, a willingness to contribute to team efforts and flexibility in accepting a variety of roles within an emerging science-based company. Advanced degree in poultry science, veterinary science and/or nutrition or a demonstrated competency in these areas derived from extensive experience.</p>
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		<title>Plant Superintendent &#8211; Guymon, OK USA</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 03:13:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in fresh pork processing specifically in the kill area &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in fresh pork processing specifically in the kill area &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add a Plant Superintendent to the staff of one of the top pork producers in the United States.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This position is located in a rural part of the Panhandle of Oklahoma.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a fresh pork processing facility supervising the activities of other supervisors in the kill, rendering, cut and conversion areas of the operation.</li>
<li>You must be agreeable to working second shift (4PM to 3AM) along with some Saturdays and ability to speak Spanish is preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Supervision:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp; You will manage multiple supervisors, ensuring production schedule, yield requirement and shipping schedules are met. Develop a competent workforce through training, communicating expectations, providing frequent feedback, and, when necessary, taking disciplinary action in accordance with Company policy.&nbsp; Monitor and enforce safety rules; addresses complaints and resolves problems.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</li>
<li>Very well established and financially strong company</li>
<li>Food group is the Largest Division in the company</li>
<li>Environmentally sound operations</li>
<li>Growth company that is adding jobs</li>
<li>Opportunities for persona l &amp; professional growth</li>
<li>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $70,000.00 &#8211; $75,000.00</p>
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		<title>Swine Marketing Manager, Kentucky  Salary:   $75,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2011/07/25/swine-marketing-manager-kentucky-salary-75000-00-90000-00/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:59:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Swine Marketing Manager   (01798056) Kentucky Salary:   $75,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00 &#160; General Comments &#160; Job Description: Develop strategic marketing plans and tactical marketing materials for driving sales of current and new products into specific market segment (s) of responsibility. A strategic analysis of customer needs/desires, competitors, and the regulatory environment will be used in developing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Swine Marketing Manager   (01798056)</strong></p>
<p>Kentucky</p>
<p>Salary:   $75,000.00 &#8211; $90,000.00</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>General Comments</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Develop strategic marketing plans and tactical marketing materials for driving sales of current and new products into specific market segment (s) of responsibility.</li>
<li>A strategic analysis of customer needs/desires, competitors, and the regulatory environment will be used in developing strategic plans, tactical marketing plans and sales support activities.</li>
<li>Work closely with product managers and the sales organization to achieve growth objectives.</li>
<li>Meet financial and corporate growth objectives.</li>
<li>Prepare written strategic marketing plans for segments of responsibility with management. This includes assembly and evaluation of information, ideas and recommendations from sales and external environment.</li>
<li>Provide detailed direction to the sales organization for achievement of marketing objectives in terms of specific actions and programs to be undertaken.</li>
<li>Identify market potential and marketing strategy, help establish pricing.</li>
<li>Define, execute and evaluate marketing campaigns.</li>
<li>Budget and oversee advertising and promotional activities including print, electronic and direct mail.  Assist Product Managers with new product ideas, product launches and New Product Planning Manuals.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university</li>
<li>2-5 years professional sales or marketing experience in agriculture or industry related field.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Quality Assurance Supt &#8211; Philly Suburb, PA USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2011/06/24/quality-assurance-supt-philly-suburb-pa-usa/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:31:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top pork producers in the United States is seeking to continually improve their product offerings by attracting an experienced quality assurance professional that is a dedicated SQF practioner.&#160; The position is located at their corporate headquarters in Hatfield, PA. To be considered for this role: You must have 5-7 years of quality [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top pork producers in the United States is seeking to continually improve their product offerings by attracting an experienced quality assurance professional that is a dedicated SQF practioner.&nbsp; The position is located at their corporate headquarters in Hatfield, PA.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have 5-7 years of quality assurance experience in a meat processing environment; a BS degree in Animal or Food Science or other food related field and be a Certified <strong>SQF</strong> Practioner or <strong>BRC</strong></li>
<li>Experience implementing<strong> SQF</strong> to level 3 and <strong>SQF</strong> compliance or implementation to <strong>BRC.</strong></li>
<li>Proficient with documentation &amp; workflow; SPC; and problem solving.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Compliance:&nbsp;</strong> You will use your extensive background and experience to develop, implement and maintain the SQF program at all of the company facilities along with regulatory compliance, customer/consumer requirements in the areas of product quality.&nbsp; Will also develop Quality &amp; Animal Handling policies &amp; procedures.</p>
<p><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong>&nbsp; You will also utilize SPC to drive continuous improvement; develop programs to deal with customer complaints &ndash; First Time Quality Failures &amp; root cause analysis.&nbsp; Will also oversee shelf-life program and actively participate in the Trade Organization Committees &ndash; specifically AMI Animal Handling Task Force &amp; AMI Inspection Committee and will lead the Animal Handling Task Force for the company.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this would be a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Growing Progressive Company &ndash; One of the Top Pork Producers in the United States</li>
<li>Expanding from Regional to National Distribution</li>
<li>Over 100 years of successful operation &ndash; complete line of pork products</li>
<li>Mature Corporate culture with solid core values:&nbsp;&nbsp; Integrity &ndash; Ethics &ndash; Stewardship</li>
<li>Key focus on Worker/Food Safety</li>
<li>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits and relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $78,000.00 &#8211; $82,000.00</p>
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		<title>Sr. Feed Mill Merchandiser &#8211; Rolla, KS USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2011/06/03/sr-feed-mill-merchandiser-rolla-ks-usa/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in purchasing commodities (grain &#38; ingredients) and coordinating logistics &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in purchasing commodities (grain &amp; ingredients) and coordinating logistics &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add a Senior Feed Mill Merchandiser to the staff of one of the top pork producers in the United States.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>BE ADVISED:&nbsp; This position is located in a very rural part of South Western Kansas</strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a BS degree in an AG related field and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a grain/feed operation with very strong knowledge of the local &amp; global commodities markets relative to grain and feed ingredients along with strong logistics (truck &amp; rail) experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience purchasing commodities/ingredient from a variety of sources, understanding, maintaining and managing future positions and coordinating inbound/outbound logistics (truck &amp; rail)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Merchandising:&nbsp;</strong> Your commodities experience &amp; knowledge will allow you to effectively purchase all feed ingredients for all the companies feed mills, negotiating rail rates &amp; coordinating truck &amp; rail logistics.&nbsp; You will also manage futures position, monitor quarterly reports, maintain contact with grain producers &amp; ingredient sales people and manage overall cash feed grain &amp; soybean meal positions.</p>
<p><strong>Business:</strong>&nbsp; You will also be responsible for selling rendered products, entering sales contract into the system, monitory grain accounting activities and assist with purchasing feedstock and coordinating logistics for the High Plains Bio-Diesel facility.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</li>
<li>Very well established and financially strong company</li>
<li>Food group is the Largest Division in the company</li>
<li>Environmentally sound operations</li>
<li>Growth company that is adding jobs</li>
<li>Opportunities for personal &amp; professional growth</li>
<li>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $65,000.00 &#8211; $75,000.00</p>
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		<title>Asst. Quality Assurance Manager &#8211; Guymon, OK USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2011/06/03/asst-quality-assurance-manager-guymon-ok-usa/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &#8211; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &#8211; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you like living in a rural area, are community oriented and are looking for a company that can boast about the tenure of their people &ndash; if you have a strong background in quality assurance and food safety &ndash; then you need to consider this very stable, environmentally sound, well established, growth oriented and profitable company that is seeking to add an Assistant Quality Assurance Manager to the staff of one of the top pork producers in the United States.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>This is located at their main processing facility in Guymon, OK&nbsp; -&nbsp; 2400 Employees Salary 55-65K</strong></p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a BS degree in a food science/technology related field and a minimum of 2 years of quality assurance/food safety role is a food processing company &ndash; ideally in fresh meat (not poultry).</li>
<li>You must have strong background in &amp; knowledge of food quality &amp; safety protocols including:&nbsp; HACCP, USDA, FDA, GMP&rsquo;s, SSOP&rsquo;s, Food Safety Audits, Labeling &amp; Microtesting.&nbsp; Any experience in an R&amp;D role would be ideal.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Compliance:</strong>&nbsp; Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager &ndash; you will be responsible for delivery of food safety, quality assurance, R&amp;D Products &amp; services to include adhering to company policies &amp; procedures; regulatory compliance with USDA &amp; FDA, customer audits, GMP, ATP Testing SSOP&rsquo;s &amp; sanitation, pest control as well as HACCP development &amp; training.</p>
<p><strong>Communication</strong>:&nbsp; Your strength in quality protocols will allow you to develop and perform training programs in the areas of HACCP, Food Safety, Q.A. policies &amp; procedures, along with compliance of USDA, Customer &amp; management topics.&nbsp; You will also work closely with state &amp; Federal regulatory agencies. &nbsp;Your communication skills should range from the hourly work force to senior executives &ndash; with any experience &amp; knowledge of Spanish being ideal.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons Why this is a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>One of the top pork producing company&rsquo;s in the United States &ndash; with strong employee tenure.</li>
<li>Very well established and financially strong company</li>
<li>Food group is the Largest Division in the company</li>
<li>Environmentally sound operations</li>
<li>Growth company that is adding jobs</li>
<li>Opportunities for persona l &amp; professional growth</li>
<li>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits &amp; relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $55,000.00 &#8211; $65,000.00</p>
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		<title>R&amp;D Manager &#8211; Philly Suburb, PA USA</title>
		<link>http://www.affinityagriculture.com/2011/06/03/rd-manager-philly-suburb-pa-usa-2/</link>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the top pork producers in the United States is seeking to add to the diversity of their product offerings by attracting an experienced R&#38; D professional with Red Meat experience.&#160; The position is located at their corporate headquarters in Hatfield, PA. To be considered for this role. You must have as MS in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the top pork producers in the United States is seeking to add to the diversity of their product offerings by attracting an experienced R&amp; D professional with Red Meat experience.&nbsp; The position is located at their corporate headquarters in Hatfield, PA.</p>
<p><strong>To be considered for this role.</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have as MS in Food Science and a minimum of 5 years experience leading and managing an R&amp;D team within the Red Meat (Beef/Pork) industry.</li>
<li>You must have a track record of developing product solutions &amp; providing technical guidance to a complex red meat processing facility.</li>
<li>You must be a technical expert with experience in developing and improving processed products.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Development:&nbsp;</strong> You will be given the autonomy to use your technical knowledge and development skills to focus in value added products, new product offering, ethnic offerings and convenience foods.&nbsp; You will visit the customer base to determine their needs as compared to company capabilities.</p>
<p><strong>Leadership:&nbsp;</strong> You will lead the product ideation and PRD/PIR change management process.&nbsp; You will lead &amp; manage a team of technical resources to effectively develop new processed products and improving existing products.&nbsp; You will also lead efforts to innovate existing processes and identify new/emerging processes &amp; products.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this would be a Great Job for the Right Person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Growing Progressive Company &ndash; One of the Top Pork Producers in the United States</li>
<li>Expanding from Regional to National Distribution</li>
<li>Over 100 years of successful operation &ndash; complete line of pork products</li>
<li>Mature Corporate culture with solid core values:&nbsp;&nbsp; Integrity &ndash; Ethics &ndash; Stewardship</li>
<li>Key focus on Worker/Food Safety</li>
<li>Competitive salary, bonus, benefits and relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;
<p>Salary: $90,000.00 &#8211; $95,000.00</p>
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		<title>Production Manager &#8211; North Central, IA USA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A progressive family owned swine business, one of the top three swine producers in the Midwest that has been a leader in food production for over 25 years, is seeking talented people to help deliver high quality, safe &#38; wholesome pork product to consumers.&#160; The position will focus on achieving stated goals and strategies to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A progressive family owned swine business, one of the top three swine producers in the Midwest that has been a leader in food production for over 25 years, is seeking talented people to help deliver high quality, safe &amp; wholesome pork product to consumers.&nbsp; The position will focus on achieving stated goals and strategies to accomplish the vision and growth of the company.&nbsp; They have operations in several Midwestern states all providing an outstanding and professional work setting.&nbsp; This position is located in North Central Iowa.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>To Be Considered for this Role:</strong>
<ul>
<li>You must have a minimum of 5 years of sow farm management experience ideally with multi-site responsibility and a BS degree in Animal Science or equivalent education/work experience.</li>
<li>You must have experience in Proper Production Techniques; handling employee situations; managing and directing various farm management teams and overseeing system wide concerns as the relate to: Staffing; Training; Safety &amp; Bio-Security; Maintenance; Waste Management; Transportation and Purchasing Programs.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management:</strong>&nbsp; Your experience will allow you to manage operations at farms and farm manager who, in turn, manage people.&nbsp; You will be responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the farms &amp; their managers.&nbsp; You will ensure managers are optimizing performance; safety procedures are in place; repairs and maintenance are within budget; implement improvements in production techniques; oversee deliveries and set production goals.</p>
<p><strong>Reasons why this is a great job for the right person:</strong>
<ul>
<li>One of the top three producers in the swine industry</li>
<li>Team oriented company that continually develops their people</li>
<li>Family owned and oriented</li>
<li>Leader in the food industry for over 25 years</li>
<li>Performance Based Pay System</li>
<li>Competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $45,000.00 &#8211; $60,000.00</p>
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		<title>Senior Manager – Product Development, Texas Salary: $100K-$135K, depending on experience</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2011 14:46:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Senior Manager – Product Development, Texas Salary: $100K-$135K, depending on experience &#160; Senior Product Manager will drive and execute the Animal Health portfolio strategy which includes running a product portfolio with a significant revenue base and customer reach. The goal is to grow this business and establish it as a market leader. The incumbent will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Senior Manager – Product Development, Texas Salary: $100K-$135K, depending on experience</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Senior Product Manager will drive and execute the Animal Health portfolio strategy which includes running a product portfolio with a significant revenue base and customer reach. The goal is to grow this business and establish it as a market leader. The incumbent will report to the General Manager.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Responsibilities include: Set product line strategy and manage the product portfolio. Manage the overall product life cycle including new product development. Achieve annual revenue targets. Participate in annual and strategic planning process. Direct product management responsibility of junior product managers. Be the internal expert in the Animal Health market. Will interact extensively with the field sales organization and customers and travel 25% of the time worldwide. Will manage business relationships and contract negotiations with external partners. Will work with Corporate Development team to evaluate new business opportunities.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Qualifications include 5+ years of experience in the animal diagnostics testing industry, 3+ years of experience in product management or marketing, people management experience, ability to develop and execute a business strategy. The ideal candidate will have experience/degree in molecular biology technique (i.e., real time PCR), MBA and/or DVM.</p>
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		<title>Swine Veterinarian, Minnesota</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 14:35:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Swine Veterinarian, Minnesota &#160; The incumbent will assist the Director of Research and Nutritional Services in directing and coordinating research and development activities in the species of focus. Directs and coordinates activities of department concerned with providing internal and external customer technical services in conjunction with marketing activities by  performing the following duties:  Provide technical [...]]]></description>
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<p>The incumbent will assist the Director of Research and Nutritional Services in directing and coordinating research and development activities in the species of focus. Directs and coordinates activities of department concerned with providing internal and external customer technical services in conjunction with marketing activities by  performing the following duties:  Provide technical sales support to sales staff and customers within the United States and internationally. Direct, coordinate, and summarize studies as required to grow sales, develop new products or new applications of current products and provide data for registration and regulatory purposes.  Sign Animal Health/Veterinary Certificates and other documents as required. Maintain contacts and relationships with university, research and scientific/veterinary personnel and other influencers. Interact with industry veterinary groups, associations and individuals for the purposes of enhancing the sales process, improving the visibility of our client.</p>
<p>Qualifications include DVM with 1-5 years of experience and training. Ability to read and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, scientific peers and customers. Up to 60% travel including international travel.</p>
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