Newborn Pig Technician

Pillen Family Farms; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned pig farming business in Nebraska is seeking newborn pig technicians to care for our baby pigs in a calm, hospital-like setting. Responsibilities include assessing health, administering treatment, and monitoring sows. This position offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time hours available. Ideal candidates should have attention to detail, good communication skills, and a positive attitude. Join us to ensure the health and welfare of our pigs while being part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently.
• Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Compliance with bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess pig body and health condition.
• Administer proper treatment to animals.
• Maintain optimum environment for pigs.
• Monitor and assist sows during farrowing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Ability to lead

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

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:

• The delivery and health of our baby pigs and moms all hinges on the energy and passion of our newborn pig technicians.
• Working in partnership with other team members in a calm, hospital-like setting, you will be expected to maintain records and care for our baby pigs with great attention and a gentle touch.
• Our team members start their day by 6:00 a.m. and typically complete around 3:00-4:00 p.m. However, because babies are born 24 hours a day, if your schedule compliments different hours, we can accommodate you.
• This position allows for both Full-time and Part-time careers during days, evenings, or nights.
• Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assessment of pig body and health condition.
  • Administration of proper treatment to animals.
  • Maintain most optimum environment for pigs.
  • Monitor and assist sows during farrowing.

Requirements:

• Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently.
• Ability to plan ahead, manage details, and lead by example.
• Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, interpersonal communication.

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