Pig Farm Worker – Animal Care Specialist

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About Us:

Country View Family Farms (CVFF) is a forward-thinking agricultural operation dedicated to excellence in animal care and farm management. With a commitment to humane treatment and top-tier biosecurity practices, we aim to set industry standards for sow and piglet care.

Job Overview:

As an Animal Care Specialist, you’ll be a vital team member responsible for the well-being of our animals. This role involves monitoring animal health, performing daily care tasks, and maintaining an environment that upholds our standards in animal welfare. This position is a first shift role, working Monday through Friday with rotating weekend and holiday work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and evaluate the health of sows and piglets daily
• Maintain accurate records for health and breeding progress
• Ensure a safe and clean environment, following biosecurity and animal welfare policies
• Handle animals for feeding, movement, and general care tasks
• Assist with facility cleaning and routine maintenance as needed

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, with exposure to dust, manure, and noises,
• Availability for rotational weekend and holiday work
• No personal pigs. For biosecurity reasons, team members are not permitted to own personal pigs.

Join a dedicated team committed to the highest standards in animal care.

Apply today to make a difference!

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Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer

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