Farm Technician - Breeding

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.

Summary

This position has a base rate of $17.00 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Assist in maximizing the productivity of the breeding herd by making quality matings and meeting breeding targets
• Assist in all aspects of farrowing to help meet weekly shipping targets of full-value pigs
• Ensuring that ALL animals across the farm have received proper feed, water, ventilation, and bedding on a daily basis, and 100% of all NR protocol and guidelines are followed
• Assisting with all other aspects of the farm to ensure farm goals are met and tasks are completed on a daily basis

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure proper procedures are followed for Day-One pig, fostering
• Processing of piglets in accordance with company procedures
• Proper treatment/care of sows in farrowing
• Maintain cleaning/bedding of farrowing pens; and clean-out and disinfecting farrowing room after weaning
• Keep, communicate, and report accurate records on a daily basis
• Notify and discuss openly with management any problems, concerns or questions
• Conserve farm resources such as supplies, equipment, and time
• Promote cooperation within the unit and contributes to adequate staffing
• Communicate openly and freely with others
• Any other duties as assigned, requested, or directed by management/supervisor

Minimum Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with and caring for livestock
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to lead by example, and work with a team of 2-5 people
• Ability to problem solve, be a critical thinker, goal oriented, and a team player

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, and work outside up to 10 hours a day.
• Will be subject to ambient air temperatures throughout the working day and be exposed to sun, rain, wind, mud, snow, etc.
• Will be exposed to dust, animal dander, odor, and noise.
• Ability to properly and safely handle breeding stock weighing up to 700 pounds.
• Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, twisting, and kneeling.
• Will be around and may be asked to operate four wheelers, skid steers, tractors, or other farm machinery.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Normal working hours are 45-50 hours per week, at times more in order to get the job done.
• Rotations are required for weekends and holidays.

Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.