Swine Care Technician - Flexible Hours & Benefits

pipestonecareers; Salisbury (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Pipestonecareers is seeking a Swine Technician in Missouri to manage daily care, health, and welfare of swine at the production facility. Responsibilities include feeding, health monitoring, vaccinations, farrowing assistance, and record-keeping.

The role requires following production protocols, maintaining clean facilities, and supporting breeding activities while adhering to welfare and biosecurity guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.

Responsibilities

• Learn and monitor the health and well-being of swine, ensuring they receive proper nutrition and care.
• Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt production & 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 for treatment.
• 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.

Job description

Pipestonecareers is seeking a Swine Technician in Missouri to manage daily care, health, and welfare of swine at the production facility. Responsibilities include feeding, health monitoring, vaccinations, farrowing assistance, and record-keeping.

The role requires following production protocols, maintaining clean facilities, and supporting breeding activities while adhering to welfare and biosecurity guidelines.