Technology Center Associate (Hoyelton, IL)

The Maschhoffs; Hoyleton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or HDHP plan

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Short/Long Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Job summary

The Maschhoffs is seeking a hands-on operations specialist in Hoyleton, IL to drive pig performance by executing SOPs for animal care, feed and ventilation systems, and equipment. The role requires the ability to learn new software and respond to alarms, with weekend duties on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities include assisting R&D leadership with study protocols, on-site data collection, and staff onboarding.

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; emphasis on hands-on production knowledge.
• Experience in animal agriculture and production practices is valuable.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Drive pig performance by following SOPs for individual pig care, feed, water, ventilation, and equipment.
• Learn and operate scales, feed systems, and ventilation hardware and software.
• Respond to alarms and perform weekend duties on a rotating schedule.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and staff development to reflect The Maschhoffs culture.

Skills

Computer operations

Microsoft Office

Animal agriculture industry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Hands-on learning

Job description

Requisition Number: TECHN004849

• Posted : September 1, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Hoyleton, IL 62803, USA

Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive biological pig performance by learning and executing all SOPs, including:
• Individual pig care
• Feed and water system management
• Ventilation requirements
• Learn and all hardware components of scales, feed system, and ventilation system
• Learn and become proficient in ventilation and feed system software
• Responder to alarms that can occur any time of day or night
• Routine weekend responsibilities (every other weekend) for the execution of the daily SOP

Research Management

• Coordinate with R & D Leadership team to design study protocols
• Ensure all execution of research study protocols and processes
• Oversee all on-site logistics with regards to data collection
• Assist in data validation and analysis
• Provide updates to R & D Leadership team on research study learnings and key events
• Be willing and able to learn and lead research activities in any technology center, sow farm, commercial wean-to-market site, or packing plant

Human Capital Management

• Assist in recruitment of potential employees
• Execute personal onboarding program with the objective of self-development in the areas of daily commercial pork production practices, The Maschhoffs culture and financial drivers, pig biology, standard work, and scientific methodology
• Assist in onboarding new employees

Physical Resource Management

• Maintain facilities and all equipment in ideal operating condition, including routine validation and maintenance
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities (inside and outside, laundry, office, etc.)

Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of

• Computer operations
• Microsoft Office operation
• The animal agriculture industry

Skill in

• Verbal and written communication
• Critical thinking and informed decision making
• Hands on learning and working

Ability to

• Work on hard floors, stand for extended periods of time, and lift at least 50 lbs.
• Work both independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals
• Work within an ambiguous environment
• Communicate in a fashion that results in efficient, accurate execution
• Work with allied and internal partnerships in a professional, courteous manner
• Maintain confidentiality
• Listen and accept coaching from peers and managers
• Pay attention to detail

Physical Demands

• Climbing: 41% - 70%
• Crawling/Stooping: 20% - 40%
• Hearing: Over 70%
• Heavy Lifting: Less than 20% Choose an item.
• Manual Dexterity: Over 70%
• Pushing/Pulling: Less than 20%
• Speaking: 41% - 70%
• Standing: Over 70%
• Visual: Over 70%
• Walking: Over 70%

Compensation

Targeted pay range of $18.00-$26.61 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

The Maschhoffs offers full-time regular employees a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
• Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
• Group rate vision benefits.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
• A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
• A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
• Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.

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