Swine Care Technician — Hands-On Training & Growth

Pipestone; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid single health insurance

Family health coverage available

Dental/Vision/Life/Disability 보험

Job summary

Pipestone is seeking an Animal Care Technician to join a modern swine production facility in Missouri. You’ll work hands-on with pigs, support animal health and welfare, and assist with breeding, farrowing, piglet care, and daily farm operations.

No experience required; training provided. The role offers stable schedules, paid overtime opportunities, and opportunities for career growth in a team-focused environment. We value safety, biosecurity, and accurate record-keeping across daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to animal welfare, safety, and biosecurity.
• Working in a swine unit with exposure to loud noises, odors, and varying temperatures.
• Working with live animals in close quarters.

Responsibilities

• Learn and monitor pig health and well-being while providing exceptional daily animal care.
• Ensure pigs have access to proper feed, fresh water, clear air, and a comfortable environment.
• Assist with breeding, gestation, farrowing, piglet care, and other swine production activities as needed
• Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt production & efficiencies.
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and health treatments according to protocols.
• Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
• Observe animal behavior, identify and report any concerns promptly, following proper protocols for treatment.
• Assist with farrowing (birthing) and newborn piglet care, including feeding and processing.
• Assist in breeding activities, including artificial insemination and pregnancy checks.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
• Maintain accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance promptly
• Communicate effectively with the employee and the farm management
• Follow animal welfare, biosecurity regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Animal welfare

Biosecurity

Working with live animals

Job description

Pipestone is seeking an Animal Care Technician to join a modern swine production facility in Missouri. You’ll work hands-on with pigs, support animal health and welfare, and assist with breeding, farrowing, piglet care, and daily farm operations.

No experience required; training provided. The role offers stable schedules, paid overtime opportunities, and opportunities for career growth in a team-focused environment. We value safety, biosecurity, and accurate record-keeping across daily tasks.