Swine Production & Research Technician

United Animal Health; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Animal Health in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Farm Technician to perform daily swine production operations, feed and water management, animal handling, and routine health checks, ensuring welfare and data integrity for research. You will support study protocols, assist with data collection, and maintain strict biosecurity in a busy swine facility.

Responsibilities include facility sanitation, PPE use, and collaboration with researchers and farm staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of professional swine production preferred.
• Knowledge of swine production principles and procedures.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more regularly.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily swine production operations: feeding, watering, weaning, breeding, animal movement, heat checking, feeder adjustments.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments under guidance.
• Perform piglet processing and animal handling.
• Maintain clean, sanitary facilities via power washing and disinfection.
• Execute animal study protocols and collect data with research staff.
• Ensure data accuracy and protocol compliance through daily observations.
• Assist with animal handling, restraint, and sample collection during procedures.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Maintain a safe, biosecure working environment and report hazards or malfunctions.
• Train new staff on animal care and research protocols.
• Support other farm employees with daily tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Observational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

United Animal Health in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Farm Technician to perform daily swine production operations, feed and water management, animal handling, and routine health checks, ensuring welfare and data integrity for research. You will support study protocols, assist with data collection, and maintain strict biosecurity in a busy swine facility.

Responsibilities include facility sanitation, PPE use, and collaboration with researchers and farm staff.