Starting Pigs Specialist
Prestage•Ames, IA
About The Position
Starting Pig Specialist will work with farm staff during the nursery stage of production in wean to finish production sites. Responsibilities & Duties: Train & assist farm staff during the nursery stage of production: o Preplacement site inspections o Initial stocking plans o Sorting & Treating o Mat & Gruel Feeding Ability to troubleshoot & adjust heating & ventilation systems. Assessing health issues and the ability to perform on farm diagnostics
Requirements
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational & time management skills.
- Prior swine management experience.
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
- Travel – across Iowa with possible overnight stays
Responsibilities
- Train & assist farm staff during the nursery stage of production
- Preplacement site inspections
- Initial stocking plans
- Sorting & Treating
- Mat & Gruel Feeding
- Ability to troubleshoot & adjust heating & ventilation systems
- Assessing health issues and the ability to perform on farm diagnostics
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Future advancement potential
- Health & Dental packages
- 401K retirement program
- Company vehicle
- Flexible work schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
