What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Breeder position at Northwind Pork, LLC?
Job Description
Position Overview: Northwind Pork, a Keystone Cooperative company, is seeking a hardworking and dependable employee to work in swine production facilities. This position will be in charge of taking care of the health and production of our swine, as well as ensuring clean facilities for the swine
Duties and Responsibilities:
Include but are not limited to
Daily care of pigs
Breeding swine
Administering vaccinations, as needed
Power-washing and cleaning swine barn
Skills and Qualifications:
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
Animal husbandry skills, or the desire to learn how to effectively care for pigs
Ability to work alone and within a team
Communicate any potential issues that may be identified with the swine
Previous industry experience helpful, but not required
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to pass background check and drug screen
Physical Requirements:
Able to stand for long periods of time
Working in outdoor and indoor elements, not always climate controlled
Walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and standing repetitively
Ability to lift, push, pull and drag up to 50lbs unassisted