Swine Technician - PFKS LLC

Objective

A Swine Technician is responsible for the daily care, health, and welfare of
pigs in a swine production facility. This role involves performing tasks related
to animal husbandry, health management, feeding, breeding, and facility
maintenance to ensure the highest standards of swine production.

Role and Responsibilities

* Learn and monitor the health and well-being of swine, ensuring they receive
proper nutrition and care.
* Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt
production & efficiencies.
* Administer vaccinations, medications, and other health treatments as
directed.
* Ensure pigs have access to adequate feed, air and water.
* Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
* Identify and report signs of illness or injury, following proper protocols
for treatment.
* Assist with farrowing (birthing) and newborn piglet care, including feeding
and processing.
* Assist in breeding activities, including artificial insemination and
pregnancy checks.
* Monitor sows during gestation and farrowing to ensure a healthy process.
* Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in barns, pens, and other facilities.
* Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
* Maintain accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance in a
timely manner
* Communicate effectively with the employee and the farm management
* Follow animal welfare, biosecurity regulations and company policies.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

* No experience required.
* Experience in animal husbandry or swine production is preferred but not
required.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.

Work Environment

* Exposure to loud noises, odors, and varying temperatures.
* Working with live animals in close quarters.

Physical Requirements

* Standing, walking, and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day
* Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling
* Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
* Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds
* Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50
pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move
* Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100
pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of
another person as needed
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
* Must be able to print and/or write legibly

Additional Requirements

* Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed
* Must have reliable method of transportation to get to work