Finishing Technician

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

The Finishing Site Technician is responsible for the daily activities of animal care at the finishing site to

safely produce high quality animals through great production; and for caring for the welfare of the animals, including feed, air, water, and management.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complies with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) to complete all daily tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Ensures animals are being cared for daily, including water, feed and management
• Ensures and follows the highest level of a safe work environment and work practices
• Complies with the practices and principals of biosecurity to safeguard the life and health of the herd
• Routinely cares for the welfare of the animals on a daily basis, following SOPs
• Gives feedback on any production related issues to Finishing Site Manager
• Flow pigs through the barn to maximize usage and optimize health and production
• Ensures cleanliness and sanitation in barn, alleyways, and office
• Assists with other duties as assigned by the Site Manager or Finishing Services Manager

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Desire to work with pigs, willingness to learn and understand animal behavior, tolerate and willingness to perform animal care tasks on a routine basis
• Must be available to work 11 of 14 days in a pay cycle, including some weekends and holidays
• Must have a solid work history and have ability to provide solid work references

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, squat and be on feet for up to 10 hours per day
• Frequent bending, reaching, pulling, lifting – occasionally lifting and pulling up to 100 lbs. with assistance of another team member
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in noise levels that may require hearing protection in some areas
• Ability to display a high level of respect to team members and animals
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to work in fast moving environment