Farrowing Technician

Job Description:

• Working daily in a 5000 sow farrow-wean operation.
• Working in partnership with other farrowing team members, you’ll be expected to maintain strict records.
• Expected to work Monday-Friday from 6:00AM-3:30PM, and every other weekend.
• Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assessment of sow, gilt, and piglet condition.
  • Administration of proper treatment to animals.
  • Movement of sows, gilts, and piglets.
  • Processing piglets.
  • Feed farrowed gilts and sows.
  • Practicing humane euthanasia practices and removal.
  • Daily chores, tasks & events.

Job Requirements:

• No experience necessary, on-site job training will be provided.
• Fine motor skills for writing data, administering treatment shots, and weighing individual piglets.
• Continuous bending, reaching, and steady balance required for treating piglets. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
• Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and interpersonal communication.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.