Farrowing & Piglet Care Specialist

GibbyGroup, LLC; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GibbyGroup, LLC is seeking a Farrowing Technician to provide daily care to sows and newborn piglets throughout the farrowing process, supporting sow health, piglet survival, and maintaining a clean, biosecure environment.

In this role you will monitor health, assist during farrowing, process piglets per protocols, and keep precise records while upholding animal welfare standards. This full-time on-site position may require weekend work and varying shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in swine production, breeding, livestock production, or animal care preferred but not required.
• On-the-job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist sows during the farrowing process and provide support as needed.
• Monitor sows before, during, and after farrowing to ensure their health and well-being.
• Provide immediate care to newborn piglets to promote health and survival.
• Assist with fostering, piglet movement, and other activities that support litter performance.
• Process piglets according to established company protocols, including identification, vaccinations, treatments, and other routine procedures.
• Monitor piglet growth, health, and development throughout the farrowing phase.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by management or veterinary personnel.
• Observe piglets for signs of illness or injury and promptly report concerns.
• Monitor the health and condition of sows and piglets daily.
• Ensure humane handling and care of all animals in accordance with company animal welfare standards.
• Assist with treatment protocols and herd health programs.
• Support disease prevention and biosecurity initiatives throughout the department.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain farrowing rooms, equipment, feeders, and water systems.
• Follow strict biosecurity procedures to prevent disease introduction and transmission.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Properly dispose of waste materials according to company procedures.
• Maintain accurate treatment records, production records, and daily observations.
• Record farrowing information, piglet processing activities, and animal health data accurately.
• Complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist with inventory tracking of medications and department supplies as needed.
• Work cooperatively with other team members to achieve production goals.
• Follow established standard operating procedures and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve animal care, efficiency, and department performance.
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional work areas.
• Take ownership and pride in every aspect of the farrowing department.
• Help create and maintain a world-class farrowing department that supports a world-class pig farm operation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Observational skills

Teamwork

Time management

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production recordkeeping

Job description

GibbyGroup, LLC is seeking a Farrowing Technician to provide daily care to sows and newborn piglets throughout the farrowing process, supporting sow health, piglet survival, and maintaining a clean, biosecure environment.

In this role you will monitor health, assist during farrowing, process piglets per protocols, and keep precise records while upholding animal welfare standards. This full-time on-site position may require weekend work and varying shifts.