Wean to Finish Swine Technician

Passel Farms•Webster City, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wean to Finish Swine Technician is responsible for daily pig care, weekend chore rotation, loading and unloading, power washing, and maintenance at Passel Farms-owned and managed facilities. The position works in rural swine facilities, with hours scheduled around livestock husbandry needs and regular business hours. It requires responding to animal needs and may involve non-traditional hours, weekends, or holidays based on production schedules and operational needs. Work hours may vary due to animal care and health, weather, employee shift schedules, special projects, and other concerns. Some areas have noise levels that require hearing protection.

Requirements

Six months of livestock experience.
A qualifying insurable driver's license must be maintained to drive on behalf of the company.
A personal cell phone is required; the company provides a monthly reimbursement stipend.
Able to work with a variety of personalities and live animals.
Able to stand and walk regularly and remain on feet while on concrete.
Able to talk or hear in person and by telephone.
Able to use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel, or operate equipment.
Able to reach with hands and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Able to move and work with live animals of various sizes.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and participate in protocols and procedures for accurate, timely feed ordering.
Follow protocols and procedures set by the Manager.
Ensure an appropriate environment for pig health and performance.
Order and administer medications, vaccinations, and supplies.
Control site expenses through timely repairs and maintenance and by minimizing waste.
Keep the office area clean and organized.
Perform maintenance, site care, and manure control, and inform the Manager of major repairs needed.
Maintain and update required records and meet deadlines.
Respond immediately to alarm conditions.
Power wash and disinfect between groups, including loading chutes.
Complete the minimum Wean to Finish expectations list on time.
Prioritize workload.
Work with a variety of personalities and live animals.
Perform general farm maintenance.
Maintain PQA+ certification and complete safety training on time.
Follow Animal Welfare policies and practices and inform management of staff violations.
Follow bio-security measures concerning animal movement, visitor access, sanitation, and disease prevention.
Follow all safety rules and practices and ensure others do the same.
Support, promote, and adhere to Passel Farms policies, procedures, values, and industry standards.
Maintain regular, punctual, and consistent attendance.
Perform other assigned duties to fulfill the position's responsibilities and support team goals.