Hog Farm Herd Technician - Clinton/Roseboro/Turkey, NC

Murphy Family Ventures LLC; Roseboro (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy Family Ventures LLC in Roseboro, NC is seeking a Hog Farm Herd Technician to join our production team. You will assist with daily care, feeding, and movement of pigs to support healthy herds.

You will monitor barn conditions, help with sanitation, record daily activities, and ensure safety and biosecurity. This is a full-time on-site role offering benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate on a farm team.
• Ability to quickly spot changes in animal behavior or equipment issues.
• Commitment to safety rules, environmental regulations, and emergency policies.
• Able to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily feeding, watering, processing, castration, and tagging of gilts and pigs.
• Safely handle, catch, and load sows and pigs across farrowing and breeding areas.
• Monitor barn rooms, adjust ventilation, and maintain climate for animal comfort.
• Power-wash walkways, disinfect docks, and uphold biosecurity protocols.
• Complete simple data tracking sheets and animal care paperwork on time.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Physical capability

Job description

Whether you are just beginning your career or taking it to the next level, Murphy Family Ventures (MFV) has the right job for you. At MFV, we believe people are happiest in jobs at which they excel and enjoy a balanced work and home life. We create an atmosphere in the workplace that is challenging, stimulates creative thinking, and promotes leadership and teamwork. Join our employee family and start your career today!

Position: Hog Farm Herd Technician - Clinton/Roseboro/Turkey, NC

Location: Roseboro, NC

Job Id: 4602

# of Openings: 1

SUMMARY:

As a Herd Technician, you will play a vital role in the daily production operations on a hog farm. Working as part of a supportive team, you will directly impact the health, safety, and welfare of our animals in a clean, well-managed environment.

DAILY ROUTINE:

• Animal Care: Assist with the daily feeding, watering, processing, castrating, and tagging of gilts and pigs.
• Animal Movement: Safely handle, catch, and load sows and pigs across farrowing and breeding areas.
• Environment: Monitor barn rooms, adjust ventilation controls, and maintain the perfect climate for animal comfort.
• Sanitation and Safety: Power-wash walkways, disinfect docks, and maintain strict biosecurity and farm cleanliness protocols.
• Record Keeping: Complete simple, accurate data tracking sheets and animal care paperwork on time.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Team Players: A positive attitude and a desire to contribute actively to a collaborative farm team.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to quickly spot and report changes in animal behavior, equipment issues, or environmental variances.
• Safety Conscious: Commitment to following safety rules, environmental laws, and company emergency policies.
• Physical Capability: Comfort working on your feet, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Job Status: Full-time job with dependable pay.
• Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience working with animals and agricultural production.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Retirement, and Company Paid Life Insurance