Animal Breeder

Northwind Pork, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Employee Discounts & Perks

Job summary

Northwind Pork, LLC, a Keystone Cooperative company, is seeking a hardworking employee to care for swine health and production and to maintain clean facilities for the animals. This role requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a farm setting.

Responsibilities include daily pig care, breeding operations, administering vaccines as needed, and cleaning the swine barn. Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work and meet basic qualification requirements.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Animal husbandry skills or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Communicate potential issues observed with swine.
• Prior industry experience is helpful but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Daily care of pigs.
• Breeding swine.
• Administer vaccinations as needed.
• Power-washing and cleaning swine barn.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Animal husbandry

Teamwork skills

Communication of issues

High school diploma

Background check & drug screen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Northwind Pork, a Keystone Cooperative company, is seeking a hardworking and dependable employee to work in swine production facilities. This position will be in charge of taking care of the health and production of our swine, as well as ensuring clean facilities for the swine

Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily care of pigs
• Breeding swine
• Administering vaccinations, as needed
• Power-washing and cleaning swine barn

Skills and Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
• Animal husbandry skills, or the desire to learn how to effectively care for pigs
• Ability to work alone and within a team
• Communicate any potential issues that may be identified with the swine
• Previous industry experience helpful, but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Working in outdoor and indoor elements, not always climate controlled
• Walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and standing repetitively
• Ability to lift, push, pull and drag up to 50lbs unassisted

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Career Growth: Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.

At Keystone Cooperative, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include:

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is a 100% farmer-owned cooperative serving customers across Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. Centered on the valued relationships that have built and grown the cooperative for 100 years, Keystone specializes in energy, agronomy, grain, animal nutrition, and swine production. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Keystone serves as a center point in local family farms and rural communities, ensuring today's successes and securing tomorrow's opportunities.

Join a team that invests in you—personally and professionally!