Farm Hand/Laborer

Job Overview The primary objective of the Swine Production Laborer is to manage and maintain a highly efficient and successful swine operation. This position carries a significant level of responsibility and requires a deep commitment to excellence. Swine Production Laborers objective will be to ensure the well-being of livestock.

Key Abilities:

Reading and Writing skills: Proficient in reading and documenting necessary information for comprehensive reports Attention to detail: Exceptional focus on details to ensure all operations meet quality and health standards, including animal welfare and biosecurity protocols.

Organizational skills:

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure the farm functions smoothly on a daily basis.

Responsibility and Commitment:

Strong work ethic and dedication.

Math skills:

Intermediate math skills for calculating swine barn population.

Communication skills:

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to ensure understanding.

Physical Job Requirements:

Lifting:

Frequent lifting of heavy objects Work environment: Must adapt to a loud and dusty setting while interacting closely with both large and small pigs, requiring vigilance and care.

Work Environment:

Conditions:

The farm operates in a challenging environment and marked by noise and dust.

Animal interaction:

Responsibility for the care and management of both large and small livestock, ensuring their welfare and health at all times.

Responsibilities:

Farm activities: Daily choring of swine. Ability to load and unload swine as well as the identification of illness.

Cleanliness Standards:

Maintain a clean and organized work environment, with a schedule for regular cleaning of barn entrances and office space to promote biosecurity.

Training and development:

Train and develop skills to enhance your knowledge to improve performance and production.

Biosecurity protocols:

Ensure farm staff and contractors strictly adhere to internal and external biosecurity protocols at all times to safeguard animal health.

Accurate record keeping:

Ensure that records are accurate and legible, submitting production reports to relevant parties by established deadlines.

Animal Welfare:

Ensure animals receive proper nutrition, welfare, and medical treatment regularly.

Emergency response:

Respond to alarm calls after normal hours in the event of barn system malfunctions, demonstrating reliability and readiness to act.

Other Responsibilities:

Attendance:

Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Miscellaneous Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned by employer that contribute to the efficiency of the operation.

Requirements:

Valid drivers license PQA certification to be obtained (if not already) Farm experience preferred

Pay:

$17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Parental leave

Work Location:

In person