Pig Care Specialist: Health Insurance & PTO

Bethanyswine; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 23.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Zusammenfassung

PIPESTONE is seeking a Swine Technician in Illinois to care for pigs, monitor health, support feeding and breeding activities, and maintain clean, safe barns and pens. You will assist with farrowing, manage health treatments, and help keep accurate health records to optimize production.

No prior experience is required, but attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols are valued. The role offers flexible hours, including weekends/holidays, and a benefits package with health insurance,

Qualifikationen

• No experience required.
• Experience in animal husbandry or swine production preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow protocols and pay attention to detail.
• Exposure to loud noises, odors, and varying temperatures.
• Working with live animals in close quarters.

Aufgaben

• Learn and monitor the health and well-being of swine, ensuring proper nutrition and care.
• Follow all production protocols to maximize sow and gilt production and efficiencies.
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and other health treatments as directed.
• Ensure pigs have access to adequate feed, air and water.
• Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
• Identify and report signs of illness or injury following proper protocols.
• Assist with farrowing and newborn piglet care, including feeding and processing.
• Assist in breeding activities, including artificial insemination and pregnancy checks.
• Monitor sows during gestation and farrowing to ensure a healthy process.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in barns, pens, and other facilities.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
• Maintain accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with the employee and the farm management
• Follow animal welfare, biosecurity regulations and company policies.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Follow protocols

Communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

PIPESTONE is seeking a Swine Technician in Illinois to care for pigs, monitor health, support feeding and breeding activities, and maintain clean, safe barns and pens. You will assist with farrowing, manage health treatments, and help keep accurate health records to optimize production.

No prior experience is required, but attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols are valued. The role offers flexible hours, including weekends/holidays, and a benefits package with health insurance,