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Starting Pigs Specialist

Prestage Farms
Ames, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026
Starting Pig Specialist will work with farm staff during the nursery stage of production in wean to finish production sites.

Responsibilities & Duties:

 Train & assist farm staff during the nursery stage of production:

  • Preplacement site inspections
  • Initial stocking plans
  • Sorting & Treating
  • Mat & Gruel Feeding

 Ability to troubleshoot & adjust heating & ventilation systems.

 Assessing health issues and the ability to perform on farm diagnostics

Requirements

Requirements:

 Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

 Excellent organizational & time management skills.

 Prior swine management experience.

 Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.

 Travel - across Iowa with possible overnight stays

Benefits

Benefits:

 Competitive salary

 Future advancement potential

 Health & Dental packages

 401K retirement program

 Company vehicle

 Flexible work schedule

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