Hog Handler - 1st Shift & 2nd Shift

Job Summary:

The Hog Handler tasks to ensure the welfare/well-being of the animals. Tasks include barn sanitation, animal removal, and animal movement.

Responsibilities:

· Unload, sort, and move live hogs safely and humanely through designated barn and holding areas.

· Count pigs as they move off trucks and verify counts against shipping and receiving documentation.

· Monitor animal condition and behavior to identify signs of illness, injury, stress, or fatigue and report concerns to leadership immediately.

· Maintain proper animal flow while minimizing stress and ensuring compliance with animal welfare standards.

· Provide hogs with access to water and assist in maintaining proper feed and holding conditions as directed.

· Clean and sanitize pens, alleyways, gates, trailers, and work areas in accordance with company sanitation and biosecurity standards.

· Operate gates, sorting panels, water systems, and other barn equipment safely and efficiently.

· Assist with loading and unloading livestock trailers while ensuring proper handling procedures are followed.

· Follow all animal welfare policies and procedures including:

· Providing a physical environment that meets the animal’s needs

· Providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed

· Providing humane treatment of animals

· Identifying and appropriately treating animals in need of health care

· Following approved euthanasia guidelines when necessary

· Maintain accurate production information and update all department records as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· High School diploma or GED preferred.

· Previous livestock handing helpful.

· Ability to do hard physical labor.

· Strong commitment to teamwork.

· Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.

· Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.

· Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

· Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time throughout the shift.

· Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, humidity, dust, odors, and wet/slippery surfaces.

· Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting may be required with assistance.

· Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, and reach repeatedly throughout the workday.

· Ability to safely handle and move live animals in a fast-paced production environment.

· Must be capable of repetitive motion involving arms, hands, wrists, and shoulders.

· Ability to work around loud noise and moving equipment while maintaining awareness of surroundings.

· Ability to climb stairs, ramps, and catwalks as required

1st Shift:

Monday through Friday Start time: 6:30am to 3:30pm.

2st Shift:

Sunday through Thursday Start time: 10:30am to 7:30pm

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person