Herdsperson

Holden Farms strives to be the nation's most progressive, innovative, and collaborative pork producer. At Holden Farms, we pride ourselves on teamwork, personal growth, and opportunity. If you seek a challenging and rewarding career and enjoy working with animals, check out Holden Farms today!

Description: Responsible for daily care, health and maintenance for all pigs at designated work site.

Essential Job Functions:

• Daily pig care
• Sorting
• Monthly maintenance, such as cleaning dryer vents, greasing anchor bearings, and bait
• Ordering feed
• Other site maintenance as needed
• Keeping detailed and accurate records
• Understand and follow for Holden Farms Biosecurity Program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interest in working with animals with a desire to learn and self-develop
• Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Dependable and able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat and kneel

No previous experience working with pigs is required.