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Babcock Genetics, a worldwide leader in swine genetics, is looking for part-time weekend employees who are hard working, dependable, reliable, detail oriented, and comfortable working with livestock.
Purpose of Position:
While working as a team member of Babcock Genetics, to care for and provide to all ages of swine, from piglets to adult sows and boars, to ensure optimum living arrangements and productivity. This person will be trained in all areas of swine production so they can assist in any area to work with the animals. In addition to this, light facility repair and maintenance may be needed as it arises.
About this Job:
In this position, team members will be responsible for the care, health, and maintenance of all the animals and facility as well as provided the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all areas of swine production: vaccinations, animal movements, breeding/gestation, farrowing, finishing, and data management.
This position provides excellent training and potential opportunity for full-time employment.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
Comfortable working with livestock
Have a strong interest and desire to work with swine
Willingness to learn
High level of dependability
Detail oriented
Ability to interpret and follow directions
Ability to read, write, and understand English
Work well with others
Position Type: Part-time weekend opportunities available
Requirements:
Must be comfortable working with livestock
Must be self-motivated with the ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a timely manner
Must have initiative, organization, and dependability
Good work ethic
Problem solving skills
Time management skills
Work well with others
Teamwork and effective communication skills for all levels of the company
Good animal husbandry and bio-security practices
Physical requirements include:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Climb over gates up to 48 inches in height
- Pushing, pulling, and kneeling
- Climb feed bins
Experience:
Previous livestock handling helpful but not required
Previous mechanical work helpful but not required
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency desired
Salary:
Hourly rate based on experience
How to Apply:
Contact Mark at (608) 526-3302 ext 302
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed for this position. This list is not all-inclusive: additional duties may be assigned.
