Sow Farm Technician

Lafayette, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/13/2024

Overview:
The sow farm technician is responsible for assisting with the daily tasks of caring for animals on the farm. Some duties include breeding, farrowing, feeding sows, moving sows, weaning piglets, vaccinating, processing, pressure washing, and record keeping.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Exhibit strong teamwork, including working to achieve team goals, embracing new technologies, working on new projects, etc.
  • Maintain a clean and organized working environment
  • Ensure a proper animal environment, including but not limited to ventilation, water, feed, and animal husbandry
  • Maintain PQA Plus & TQA certification status
  • Ensure that training program requirements and procedures are being met and executed
  • Assist in power washing, as assigned
  • Follow all safety rules and practices and encourage coworkers to do the same
  • Ensure the highest level of a safe work environment
  • Follow all biosecurity measures as per policies

Basic Qualifications:

  • Be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to do basic math – addition, subtraction, and multiplication
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  • Regular, consistent attendance

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with animals, contribute to their well-being, and develop valuable skills in the field of veterinary care. If you are passionate about animals and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Technician role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • sow farm: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Lafayette, MN (Required)

Work Location: In person

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