SWINE TECHNICIAN-BUCKEYE SOW FARM

No relevant LinkedIn company found.PIPESTONE • Carthage, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Swine Technician works hands-on with pigs in a modern swine production facility, supporting animal health, welfare, and daily farm operations. The role may include caring for breeding sows, supporting farrowing and piglet care, monitoring pig health, maintaining clean facilities, and contributing to the livestock production system. Training is provided, and the position offers hands-on experience and potential career growth in agriculture.

Requirements

• No experience required; training is provided.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to animal welfare, safety, and biosecurity.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Reliable method of transportation to get to work.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to print or write legibly.
• Ability to stand and walk and remain on feet for 8 to 10 hours per day; frequently bend, reach, squat, kneel, and grasp or pull with one or both hands or arms; frequently lift 3–20 pounds; occasionally pull or lift up to 50 pounds or exert up to 50 pounds of force; and occasionally, with another person's assistance as needed, pull or lift up to 100 pounds or exert up to 100 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

• Learn and monitor pig health and well-being while providing daily animal care.
• Ensure pigs have access to proper feed, fresh water, clear air, and a comfortable environment.
• Assist with breeding, gestation, farrowing, piglet care, and other swine production activities as needed.
• Follow production protocols and procedures to support sow and gilt production and efficiency.
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and health treatments according to protocols.
• Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
• Observe animal behavior, identify and report concerns promptly, and follow treatment protocols.
• Assist with farrowing and newborn piglet care, including feeding and processing.
• Assist with breeding activities, including artificial insemination and pregnancy checks.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with employees and farm management.
• Follow animal welfare and biosecurity regulations, as well as company policies.

Benefits

• Paid single health insurance; family health coverage is available.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Holiday pay and paid time off.
• Paid overtime opportunities.
• Hands-on training and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed