Swine Production & Research Technician

United Animal Health; Sheridan (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

United Animal Health is seeking a hands-on Swine Production Operator to support daily production operations in a swine research facility. You will ensure high standards of animal care and welfare while supporting scientific research and production objectives.

Responsibilities include feeding, weaning, breeding, administering treatments under guidance, data collection, and maintaining clean, safe facilities. Flexibility to work weekends and extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail are required.
• Capacity to identify safety concerns and report them promptly.
• Keen observational skills for detecting deviations in animal health or behavior.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily swine production tasks such as feeding, watering, weaning, and breeding with animal movement.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments under veterinary or researcher guidance.
• Perform piglet processing and animal handling.
• Maintain clean, sanitary facilities through power washing and regular disinfecting.
• Execute animal study protocols in collaboration with research staff.
• Conduct measurements, weighing animals, collecting samples, and data recording.
• Monitor pigs and environment for data accuracy and protocol compliance.
• Assist in animal handling, restraint, and sample collection during procedures.
• Conduct routine facility maintenance and repairs and promote a safe working environment.
• Identify safety hazards, report maintenance needs, and wear PPE as required.
• Train new staff on care and research protocols and assist daily tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

United Animal Health is seeking a hands-on Swine Production Operator to support daily production operations in a swine research facility. You will ensure high standards of animal care and welfare while supporting scientific research and production objectives.

Responsibilities include feeding, weaning, breeding, administering treatments under guidance, data collection, and maintaining clean, safe facilities. Flexibility to work weekends and extended hours as needed.