Swine Tech- Full Time- Elm Valley

PIPESTONE; Conde (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Overtime pay

Weekend pay

Job summary

PIPESTONE is seeking a motivated farm worker to support sow and gilt production in a swine facility. You will learn and follow production protocols, perform tasks in a timely manner, and contribute to efficient herd management.

The role emphasizes animal welfare, bio-security, and accurate paperwork within a dynamic farm environment. The position requires the ability to work weekends and travel between areas as needed, with on-site duties in a rural farm setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• No experience required, 1+ years livestock experience with HS diploma preferred.
• Training: My Pipestone New Hire Courses, Animal Welfare, Biosecurity, Safety.

Responsibilities

• Follow production protocols to maximize sow and gilt production and efficiencies.
• Learn specialized skills for smooth workflow and reduce herd stress.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and timely.
• Communicate effectively with area employees and farm management.
• Follow task sheets and time frames to meet production targets.
• Assist with animal health concerns and input on production improvements.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to bio-security measures.
• Monitor ventilation and animal welfare in designated areas.
• Complete routine maintenance and report non-routine repairs.

Skills

Livestock handling

Biosecurity

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Objective: Follow directions of farm management and protocols to the best of employee's ability for maximum production, efficiency and profit-ability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Learn and develop individual skills based on work requirements in the employee's designated work area
Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt production & efficienciesLearn specialized skills necessary for smooth work flowBecome a skilled employee in animal husbandry to reduce stress of herd and maximize productionFollow daily task sheets in the department to achieve production targetsComplete production paperwork accurately and timely
Communicate effectively with area employees and farm management
Follow task sheets and time frames to stay on task and meet time schedules during the workdayGive daily input to lead person in area on production and animal health concernsLearn how individual performance affects the finances of the organization and participate with area employees to maximize production and efficiency in areas the employees affect
Complete production paperwork accurately and on time
Work with farm management to ensure completion of all work related injury paperwork and participate as necessary in accident investigationDaily recording of monitored production items
Bio-Security Adherence
Adhere to all bio-security protocols and give input to lead person in area for items out of complianceWork with other team employees in designated area to ensure bio-security audit deficiencies are corrected and brought into compliance in a timely basis
Safe Working Environment
Follow all safety procedures and guidelinesMake sure all safety equipment is in place and utilize equipment as requiredLearn and utilize accident prevention measures for designated areaConsistently monitor animal welfare procedures in designated area
Ventilation Controls
Be aware of area ventilation system and if it is in good working orderRegularly monitor the environment and provide input to lead person in area to achieve optimum comfort for the animals
Facility Maintenance
The facility must be maintained and well keptComplete routine maintenance as assigned on a daily basisCommunicate non-routine repairs to lead in areaKeep gestation area clean and organized

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Other duties and projects as assigned by lead person in area and farm management

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED PreferredExperience: No Experience Required, 1+ Years Livestock Experience with High School Diploma Preferred Training: My Pipestone New Hire Courses
IntroductionAnimal WelfareBiosecurityEmployee HandbookPQASafetyAdditional Position Related My Pipestone AssignedMonthly Animal Welfare, Biosecurity and Safety TopicsAnnual Safety Refresher Training

Work Environment:

Agricultural swine environment in rural areaNoise levels that require hearing protection in some areas gestation, farrowing, and small swine care processes

Physical Requirements:

Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per dayFrequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneelingFrequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pullFrequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 poundsOccasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to moveOccasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as neededAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingMust be able to print and/or write legibly

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to work weekends and have reliable method of transportation to get to work

Benefits Summary

• Benefit Package includes Paid Single Health Insurance, Family Health Coverage Available, Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan and Paid Time Off. Overtime and Weekend Pay Potential!