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Holden Farms, Inc.; Dexter Township (MN); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Life Insurance

401(k) + Company Contribution

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

PTO

Free Hog Yearly

Much More!

Resumo da oferta

Holden Farms, Inc. in Dexter, MN is seeking a full-time Sow Farm Associate to provide daily care for pigs, perform feeding, health checks and routine duties. The role requires physical stamina and adherence to biosecurity rules, with a rotating weekend/holiday schedule.

No prior experience with pigs is required; training is provided. Benefits include competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive package suited for a hands-on animal care position.

Qualificações

• Experience with pigs not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for 9+ hours per day.

Responsabilidades

• Daily pig care and monitoring.
• Sorting and moving pigs as needed.
• Monthly maintenance like cleaning dryer vents and greasing bearings.
• Ordering feed and managing feed supplies.
• Follow Holden Farms Biosecurity Program.
• Power washing farrow rooms and hallways.
• Assist with castration and piglets care.
• Feed and check waters; monitor heat and detect estrus.
• Assist with artificial insemination and breeding when needed.
• Maintain clean facilities and basic maintenance.
• Keep accurate farm records.
• Support other site maintenance as needed.

Conhecimentos

Animal care

Team player

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Reliability

Physical stamina

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Full-time Regular Dexter, MN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1275

Holden Farms strives to be the nation's most progressive, innovative, and collaborative pork producer. At Holden Farms, we pride ourselves on teamwork, personal growth, and opportunity. If you seek a challenging and rewarding career and enjoy working with animals, check out Holden Farms today!

Description: Reports to the Sow Farm Manager and is responsible for daily care, health and maintenance for all pigs at designated work site.

Hours: Generally - Monday-Friday 6:30am-4:00pm; times may vary based on business needs

Rotating Weekend and Holiday Schedule Required.

Compensation: Hourly, competitive based on experience, quarterly bonuses, plus we offer an excellent benefits package

Essential Job Functions:

• Daily pig care
• Sorting
• Monthly maintenance, such as cleaning dryer vents, greasing anchor bearings, and bait.
• Ordering feed
• Understand and follow for Holden Farms Biosecurity Program
• Power Washing farrow rooms and hallways.
• Castration
• Feeding and checking waters
• Perform heat detection on sows.
• Breed sows through artificial insemination.
• Monitor and treat sows as needed by administering vaccines and medicines.
• Cleaning facilities and minor maintenance
• Keeping detailed and accurate records
• Other site maintenance as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interest in working with animals with a desire to learn and self-develop.
• Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Dependable and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat and kneel.
• Ability to stand, walk and be on feet for 9+ hrs./day.

Benefits Available for Full-time Positions:

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) + Company Contribution
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Free Hog Yearly
• Much More!

No previous experience working with pigs is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.