Farm Technician

Perdue Farms, Inc.

Savonburg, KS, US
On-site
Farrowing and lactation support
Daily animal care and feeding
Piglet processing and sow care
The Farrowing Tech assists in all aspects of farrowing and lactation to meet weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs

Job Summary

  • The Farrowing Tech assists in all aspects of farrowing and lactation to meet weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs.
  • They will ensure that ALL animals across the farm have received proper feed, water, ventilation, and bedding on a daily basis.
  • Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors up to 10 hours a day and handle breeding stock weighing up to 600 pounds.

Matching Summary

The Farrowing Tech assists in all aspects of farrowing and lactation to meet weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • farrowing and lactation support
  • daily animal care and feeding
  • piglet processing and sow care
  • pen cleaning and disinfection
  • record keeping and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • team cooperation and communication
  • resource conservation
  • problem-solving and critical thinking

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working with livestock
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in a team of 2-5
  • Ability to operate farm machinery

Work Rights

Not specified

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