Pig Care Specialist — Full-Time with Benefits

Holden Farms, Inc.; Saint Charles Township (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; 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. is seeking a full-time Sow Farm Associate in Saint Charles, MN. You will provide daily care for pigs, assist with feeding, health checks, and breeding activities, and help maintain facilities. Strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

No prior experience with pigs is required; on-the-job training and a comprehensive benefits package are provided. Expect a weekday schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with animals and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and positive attitude.
• Good prioritization and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Dependable with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and be on feet 9+ hours.
• Comfort with rotating weekend/holiday schedule.

Responsibilities

• Daily pig care and health checks for designated pigs.
• Sorting, feeding, watering, and heat detection.
• Maintenance tasks such as cleaning, vent cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Record keeping and adherence to biosecurity program.
• Breed sows through artificial insemination as trained.
• Perform occasional power washing and general site maintenance.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Self-motivated

Able to lift 50 lbs

Physical endurance

Job description

Holden Farms, Inc. is seeking a full-time Sow Farm Associate in Saint Charles, MN. You will provide daily care for pigs, assist with feeding, health checks, and breeding activities, and help maintain facilities. Strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

No prior experience with pigs is required; on-the-job training and a comprehensive benefits package are provided. Expect a weekday schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.