Swine Tech- Full Time- Elm Valley

pipestonecareers; Conde (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pipestone is seeking a hands-on livestock technician to support sow and gilt production in a rural pig farm environment. You will follow farm management directions, adhere to production protocols, and complete daily paperwork to help maximize production and efficiency.

Responsibilities include adherence to bio-security, safety guidelines, recording production data, and collaborating with the lead in area. Prior livestock experience is preferred but not required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years livestock experience preferred.
• Willing to complete Pipestone training courses.

Responsibilities

• Follow farm management directions and production protocols to maximize sow and gilt production and efficiency.
• Complete daily task sheets and production paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain bio-security, safety guidelines, and sanitation in the work area.
• Communicate effectively with area employees and farm management.
• Monitor animal welfare and report health concerns to lead person.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 SPECIFICATION

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 day
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
• Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds
• Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move
• Occasional 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 needed
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Must 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