What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finishing Technician position at Carthage System?
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
