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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$34,563 / year median in Minnesota
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
Reports to the Sow Farm Manager and is responsible for daily care, health and maintenance for all pigs at designated work site.Hours:
Generally - Monday-Friday 6:30am-4:00pm; times may vary based on business needs Rotating Weekend and Holiday Schedule Required .Compensation:
Hourly, competitive based on experience, quarterly bonuses, plus we offer an excellent benefits packageEssential Job Functions:
Daily pig care Sorting Monthly maintenance, such as cleaning dryer vents, greasing anchor bearings, and bait. Ordering feed Understand and follow for Holden Farms Biosecurity Program Power Washing farrow rooms and hallways. Pig movement. Castration Feeding and checking waters Perform heat detection on sows. Breed sows through artificial insemination. Conduct pregnancy checks. Monitor and treat sows as needed by administering vaccines and medicines. Cleaning facilities and minor maintenance Keeping detailed and accurate records Other site maintenance as needed.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong interest in working with animals with a desire to learn and self-develop. Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude Strong prioritization and organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Dependable and able to work with minimal supervision. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat and kneel. Ability to stand, walk and be on feet for 9+ hrs./day. Benefits Available forFull-time Positions:
Medical/Dental/Vision Life Insurance 401(k) + Company Contribution Profit Sharing Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability Paid Holidays PTO Free Hog Yearly Much More! No previous experience working with pigs is required . Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance