Swine Herd Care Specialist — Growth & Impact

Holden Farms Inc; Garnavillo (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) + Company Contribution

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

PTO

Free Hog Yearly

Job summary

Holden Farms Inc is seeking a dedicated full-time Sow Farm Associate in Garnavillo, IA. You will care for pigs daily, assist with heat detection and artificial insemination, and help maintain facilities. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.

Work hours are typically Mon-Fri with rotating weekends/holidays. Benefits include insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, PTO, and growth opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with animals and willingness to learn.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Dependable and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Daily pig care and monitoring.
• Sorting pigs as needed.
• Monthly maintenance tasks (cleaning dryer vents, greasing bearings, bait).
• Order feed for the site.
• Follow Holden Farms Biosecurity Program.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Prioritization

Communication

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Manual handling

Job description

Holden Farms Inc is seeking a dedicated full-time Sow Farm Associate in Garnavillo, IA. You will care for pigs daily, assist with heat detection and artificial insemination, and help maintain facilities. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.

Work hours are typically Mon-Fri with rotating weekends/holidays. Benefits include insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, PTO, and growth opportunities within a collaborative team.