The Animal Caretaker IV is responsible for loading market hogs from commercial finisher buildings for delivery to the processing plant, under the direction of the Loadout Supervisor. The role includes sorting and loading hogs, following animal-handling, loadout, safety, and biosecurity procedures, and cleaning and maintaining equipment, clothing, and office areas. The job involves occasional work near moving mechanical parts and common exposure to low concentrations of airborne particles and gases. Employees are frequently exposed to waste material, feed, and hog dust. The position requires regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds, and sometimes pushing or moving up to 300 pounds. Work hours and days are determined by departmental needs and management; after-hours work, weekends, and overnight travel may be requested.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED