What are the responsibilities and job description for the Herdsperson position at HOLDEN FARMS INC?
Holden Farms strives to be the most progressive, innovative, and collaborative pork producer in the nation. At Holden Farms we pride ourselves on teamwork, personal growth, and opportunity. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career and enjoy working with animals check out Holden Farms today!
Title: Herdsperson
Description: Responsible for daily care, health and maintenance for all pigs at designated work site.
Compensation: $15.25/ hour
Essential Job Functions:
- Daily pig care
- Sorting
- Monthly maintenance, such as cleaning dryer vents, greasing anchor bearings, and bait
- Ordering feed
- Other site maintenance as needed
- Keeping detailed and accurate records
- Understand and follow for Holden Farms Biosecurity Program
- Power Washing farrow rooms and hallways
- Pig movement
- Castration
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 50lbs
- Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat and kneel
Benefits:
- Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Company Contribution
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
- Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
- 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.
Salary : $15 - $16