Sow Farm Caretaker — Training, Growth & Benefits

Kids for the Future; Adairville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly production bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Tosh Farms is seeking a Sow Herdsman (Pig Caretaker) to provide excellent daily animal care and manage the breeding life cycle under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety and bio-security standards within a rural farm setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with farrowing and gestation, moving pigs safely, weaning, feeding, and maintaining sanitation. Prior animal care is preferred; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Animal care experience preferred but not required.
• Demonstrate independent decision-making skills in a fast-paced work environment.
• Reliable and dependable transportation to get to and from work located in a rural area.

Responsibilities

• Work in a cohesive team environment to provide excellent daily, essential care to swine herd
• Assist with farrowing, breeding and gestation
• Move animals using safe handling practices
• Wean pigs according to farm protocols
• Load and unload pigs as scheduled
• Provide proactive and responsive care to promote wellness amongst herd
• Adhere to all bio-security standards (ex. showering in and out of facilities)
• Help ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work area
• Work weekend and holiday hours as required on a rotational basis
• Champion a Safety culture
• Follow all company policy and procedures
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Decision making

Reliability

Transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Tosh Farms is seeking a Sow Herdsman (Pig Caretaker) to provide excellent daily animal care and manage the breeding life cycle under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety and bio-security standards within a rural farm setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with farrowing and gestation, moving pigs safely, weaning, feeding, and maintaining sanitation. Prior animal care is preferred; training will be provided.