Swine Health & Welfare Technician

Independencefamilyanimalcare; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Single Health Insurance

Family Health Coverage available

Dental/Vision/Life/DisabilityInsurance

Retirement Plan

Holiday pay &Paid Time Off

Overtime and Weekend Pay Potential

Job summary

Independence Family Animal Care is seeking a Swine Technician to oversee daily care, health, and welfare of pigs at our production facility. Responsibilities include nutrition, disease monitoring, vaccinations, breeding support, and maintaining clean facilities.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow protocols, and willingness to work flexible hours. Experience in animal husbandry is preferred but not required, with health coverage and retirement benefits offered.

Qualifications

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

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 (birthing) 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

Independence Family Animal Care is seeking a Swine Technician to oversee daily care, health, and welfare of pigs at our production facility. Responsibilities include nutrition, disease monitoring, vaccinations, breeding support, and maintaining clean facilities.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow protocols, and willingness to work flexible hours. Experience in animal husbandry is preferred but not required, with health coverage and retirement benefits offered.