Swine Production Technician — Breeding & Farrowing

Carthage System; Carthage (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Carthage System is seeking a Production Trainee to assist the farm production team in daily duties within the breeding/farrowing departments. You will help ensure productivity, efficiency, and profitability by following biosecurity practices and SOPs.

Responsibilities include routine animal care, feeding, health treatments, monitoring birthing, and supporting piglet welfare under supervision, with a focus on teamwork and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with pigs, willingness to learn and understand animal behavior.
• Ability to perform routine animal care tasks.
• Willingness to work 11 of 14 days including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complies with biosecurity practices to safeguard the swine herd.
• Performs routine tasks assigned by the Head of Department.
• Follows SOPs to complete daily tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Maintains a safe work environment and practices.
• Cares for animals daily (feeding, health treatments, birthing support).
• Cares for newborn piglets and monitors piglet welfare.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in the work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Farm Manager.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

Carthage System is seeking a Production Trainee to assist the farm production team in daily duties within the breeding/farrowing departments. You will help ensure productivity, efficiency, and profitability by following biosecurity practices and SOPs.

Responsibilities include routine animal care, feeding, health treatments, monitoring birthing, and supporting piglet welfare under supervision, with a focus on teamwork and safety in a fast-paced environment.