What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Caregiver position at The Maschhoffs?
Duties & Functions:
- Provide expert care for animals, including but not limited to feeding, watering, providing health treatments, conducting artificial insemination, assisting with the birthing process, and day one care.
- Monitor the behavior and health status of animals, promptly addressing any issues that arise.
- Administer vaccinations and medication under the guidance of Herd Veterinarians to protect animals from or treat disease.
- Protect worker safety, abiding by safe work habits and abiding by Safety Non-Negotiables to ensure a safe environment, and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Adhere to the principles contained within the Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement.
- Ensure high-quality production of weaned pigs by performing production activities based on sound science.
- Conduct pig production activities in a manner which safeguards the environment.
- Maintain accurate and timely production records.
- Execute timely responsibilities and adhere to protocols aimed at safeguarding the health of animals, commonly known as biosecurity practices.
- Clean and disinfect animal housing areas using power washers and other approved treatments.
- Perform housekeeping responsibilities of barn facilities, including trash removal and maintaining cleanliness of office spaces, lunchrooms and employee changing areas.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment as needed.
Minimum Education:
GED or High School Diploma preferred
Minimum Years of Experience:
One year of animal care experience or agricultural experience a plus
Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Basic biosecurity principles
- Basic agricultural and swine production terminology
Skill in:
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Judgement and decision making
- Active learning, understanding and applying new information
Ability to:
- Work independently, as well as part of a team
- Learn MS Office and gain a basic understanding of computers
- Follow verbal/written instructions
- Learn new skills
- Operate high-pressure washing equipment
Physical Demands:
Climbing: Less than 20%
Crawling/Stooping: Less than 20%
Hearing: Over 70%
Heavy Lifting: Less than 20% Up to 60 Lbs
Manual Dexterity: 41% - 70%
Pushing/Pulling: Less than 20%
Speaking: Over 70%
Standing: Over 70%
Visual: Over 70%
Walking: Over 70%
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