SWINE TECHNICIAN-CENTURY SWINE LLC

Pipestone•Roscoe, SD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Century Swine LLC is hiring a Swine Technician to provide hands-on care for pigs in a modern swine production facility. The role supports animal health and welfare, breeding and farrowing activities, and daily farm operations. Training is provided, and no prior experience is required. The company offers consistent schedules, paid overtime opportunities, and potential for career growth in agriculture. The technician cares for breeding sows and other pigs, monitors animal health and behavior, supports piglet care, maintains facilities and production equipment, and follows production, animal welfare, safety, and biosecurity protocols. The position involves working in close quarters with live animals and exposure to loud noises, odors, and varying temperatures. Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, may be needed.

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.
Ability to stand and walk, and be on one's feet for 8 to 10 hours per day.
Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, and kneel.
Ability to frequently grasp or pull using one or both hands or arms.
Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 3 to 20 pounds.
Ability to occasionally bend while pulling or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or exert up to 50 pounds of force to move them.
Ability to occasionally bend while pulling or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or exert up to 100 pounds of force to move them with another person's assistance as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to print or write legibly.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Reliable method of transportation to get to work.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care and monitor pig health and well-being.
Ensure pigs have proper feed, fresh water, clear air, and a comfortable environment.
Assist with breeding, gestation, farrowing, piglet care, and other swine production activities.
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, 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 and company policies.