Kathy Bau

• Monitoring and ensuring the compliance of all farm staffand visitors to the study site to set biosecurity standards and protocols
• Conducting daily observation of the experimental animals in the experiment buildings and immediately record all observations required in the study protocol in the provided data capture forms.
• Assists the Principal Study Investigator in the collection of samples,labelling of specimens and preparation of specimens for shipment to the laboratory
• Reporting to the Principal Study Investigator any morbities or mortalities in all study group and shall perform treatments and actions only upon instructions of the Principal Study Investigator.

• Conducted annual performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback for continuous professional growth.
• Stayed current with industry trends and research findings related to swine management practices through attending conferences or reviewing literature resources.
• Analyzed data trends from previous production cycles to identify areas of potential improvement in future seasons.
• Enhanced overall productivity by implementing efficient farrowing practices and protocols.
• Managed inventory, ensuring adequate supplies of feed, medications, and other essential items for smooth operations.
• Provided input on budget planning decisions based on operational needs analysis and historical cost data comparisons.
• Acted as a liaison between farm owners and other stakeholders like consultants, veterinarians, or regulatory agencies to ensure seamless information flow.
• Assisted in breeding program development, focusing on genetic improvement to achieve desired production goals.
• Improved piglet survival rates by closely monitoring the health and well-being of both sows and piglets.
• Optimized labor utilization during peak farrowing periods through strategic scheduling and delegation of tasks among team members.
• Maintained high biosecurity standards to minimize disease risks and ensure optimal animal welfare.
• Established strong relationships with suppliers/vendors to negotiate better pricing deals on inputs like feed ingredients or equipment purchases.
• Reduced medication costs by implementing preventive measures and proper vaccination schedules.
• Increased employee retention through effective training programs for farm staff and fostering a positive work environment.
• Ensured accurate record-keeping for tracking sow reproductive performance, individual piglet growth, and overall farm productivity.
• Participated in industry events and networking activities to represent the farm''s interests, share knowledge, and stay informed about emerging trends or opportunities.
• Implemented innovative methods for minimizing stress levels in sows during gestation to improve birth outcomes.
• Organized regular staff meetings to discuss ongoing challenges, share best practices, and foster open communication within the team.
• Collaborated with veterinarians to address health issues in a timely manner, reducing treatment time and improving herd health.
• Managed feed and inventory of facility.
• Performed inventory control and quality assurance of farm's products, supplies and materials and discarded or reordered products as necessary.
• Evaluated animal feed rations to deliver maximum intake and daily gain to reduce overall cost per head.
• Planned, directed, delegated and performed daily chores for farm.
• Monitored inventory of products and placed purchase orders for [Number] major accounts.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

• Led team of 25 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
• Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
• Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
• Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
• Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
• Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
• Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
• Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
• Boosted overall profitability with effective budget management, cost reduction strategies, and market analysis.
• Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
• Expanded the farm''s customer base through targeted marketing efforts that showcased the high quality of our products.
• Fostered a positive work culture that motivated employees to excel in their roles while also reducing turnover rates.
• Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.

Monitoring Farrowing

Sow and Piglet Care

Record Keeping

Facility Management

Staff Supervision

Health Monitoring

Collaboration with Veterinarians and other farm staff

Feed Management

Proper Impementation of Biosecurity

• Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records, preparing correspondence, and creating reports.
• Maintained daily production logs of activities and completed work.
• Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
• Completed daily data back-up to secure records.
• Breeding Management
• Heat Detection
• Pregnancy Check
• Farrowing Assistance
• Record Keeping
• Animal Care
• Facility Maintenance