Genetic Production Technician (Swine Tech)

Acufast Ltd; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee referral program

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading agricultural company located in North Vernon, Indiana is seeking a passionate Genetic Production Technician (Swine Tech) for their maternal GN farm. The role involves assisting in animal care, ensuring the health and welfare of pigs, and performing general farm tasks. Ideal candidates are self-motivated team players with excellent communication skills. This position includes a competitive salary based on experience, includes an employee referral program, and promotes an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to manage priorities and solve problems.
• Experience lifting 50 lbs is required.
• Willingness to work on weekends is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine animal care and farm tasks.
• Ensure health and comfort of sows, gilts, and piglets.
• Feed, water, vaccinate, and handle pigs.
• Maintain barn and office cleanliness.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

College certificate in agriculture or livestock husbandry

Job description

AcuFast is founded on the idea that the best way to predict the future is to create it – and that's precisely what drives us. AcuFast is seeking a passionate individual who is thrilled to join us in creating the future of pork production. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We are currently looking for a permanent full-time Genetic Production Technician (Swine Tech) in our maternal GN farm in North Vernon Indiana. The successful candidate would ideally live in the surrounding areas of Indiana, but foreign recruits from Mexico or Canada are also welcome to apply as we hire through the TN Visa Program. These positions are responsible for assisting other Genetic Production Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks to ensure the welfare and well-being of our animals.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team player by accomplishing specific department duties and farm goals,
• Ensure proper health, handling, and comfort of sows, gilts, and piglets, i.e.: daily health checks and monitoring/maintaining proper ventilation,
• Weigh, sort, handle, and/or move pigs,
• Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry tasks,
• Complete minor maintenance tasks to ensure feed and water systems are working properly,
• Power wash empty pens and prepare rooms for animal entry,
• Keep accurate records on all animals as requested, i.e.: pig identification,
• Work safely and wear appropriate PPE while performing all job duties,
• Ensure the barn's biosecurity protocol is followed by all staff and visitors,
• Assist with maintaining barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties,
• Performing other general farm duties as required.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, reliable and a team player,
• Outstanding organization and communication skills and demonstrates attention to detail,
• Able to manage priorities and solve problems in a fast-paced environment,
• Driver’s license and ability to work weekends,
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to lift 50 lbs,
• Willing to work in a production facility and walk/stand for long periods,
• A college certificate or other specialized training in agriculture or livestock husbandry with 1-2 years of experience would be an asset,
• Proficient in English communication is preferable.
• Shares in AcuFast’s core values

What we offer

• A competitive salary based on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.
• Employee referral program.
• Inclusive work environment.
• Dynamic and challenging work for talented individuals.

About Us

AcuFast provides pork producers across North America and worldwide with breeding stock and innovative genetic and reproduction solutions. We work side by side with pork producers and industry partners to build the future of pork production together. It is a future where cutting-edge science and proven farm practices meet, ensuring the health of pigs, producers, and consumers for generations to come.

We have a team of keen and innovative thinkers. You will love it here.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Attention: Human Resources with a Subject line: Swine Production Technician - Indiana

This position will remain posted until we are fully staffed. While we appreciate all the applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. AcuFast is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration. Applicants who are not currently eligible to work in the US should be either Mexican or Canadian Citizens. To know more about us visit - www.acufastswine.com