Farrowing Technician

Pillen Family Farms; Cedar Rapids (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned farming operation in Nebraska seeks a dedicated team member to assist with the birthing process of piglets. Responsibilities include caring for sows and piglets, maintaining records, and ensuring optimal conditions for the herd. Applicants should have fine motor skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. The role involves hands-on work in an animal welfare-focused environment, aiming to deliver the highest standards of care.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with birthing process and care for newborn piglets.
• Record-keeping using handheld computers.
• Physical capability to perform various tasks including bending and walking.
• Ability to stand and walk at least 8 hours per day.
• Willingness to learn and work with others in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sows and newborn piglets during birthing.
• Assess condition of sows and piglets.
• Administer treatment to animals.
• Move sows, gilts and piglets as needed.

Skills

Fine motor skills

Interpersonal communication

Positive attitude

Tools

Handheld computers

Job description

Pillen Family Farms is a family owned business located in Nebraska. We market approximately 2 million pigs annually. As a family-owned and family-focused farming operation, great care goes into everything we do. From family members to team members, to even our pigs we believe in treating others with respect and as part of our family.

Job Description:

• Energy and passion for assisting with the birthing process and newborn piglets are what make a top team member in this fast-paced position.
• Working in partnership with other farrowing team members, you\'ll be expected to maintain strict records on hand held computers.
• Our team members on a reproduction/farrowing team start their days by 6:00 am and typically complete around 3:00 - 4:00 pm.
• Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assistance with all sows and new piglets during birthing.
  • Assessment of sow, gilt, and piglet condition.
  • Administration of proper treatment to animals.
  • Maintain most optimum environment for herd.
  • Movements of sows, gilts, and piglets.

Requirements:

• Fine motor skills for writing data, administering treatment shots, and weighing individual piglets.
• Continuous bending, reaching, and crouching for power washing and sanitizing.
• Frequent kneeling, reaching, and steady balance required for treating piglets.
• Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, interpersonal communication.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.

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