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Holden Farms Inc; Saint Charles (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) + Company Contribution

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

PTO

Free Hog Yearly

Job summary

Holden Farms Inc in Saint Charles, MN is seeking a full-time Sow Farm Assistant to care for pigs, assist with breeding activities, and maintain facilities. The role includes daily responsibilities, routine maintenance, and strict adherence to biosecurity protocols.

Hours are generally Monday–Friday with rotating weekends and holidays; compensation is hourly with bonuses and a robust benefits package. No prior pig experience is required, and the position emphasizes teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with animals and willingness to learn.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
• Dependability and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Daily pig care and feeding tasks.
• Sorting and monitoring pigs and facilities.
• Monthly maintenance such as cleaning and preventive tasks.
• Order feed and track supplies.
• Follow Holden Farms Biosecurity Program and safety rules.
• Power washing farrow rooms and hallways; basic maintenance.
• Administer vaccines and medicines as needed and maintain records.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Organizational skills

Communication

Physical fitness

Lifting and mobility

Job description

Full-time Regular Saint Charles, MN, US

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.