What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pig Production Specialist position at Hord Family Farms?
Do you enjoy working with animals? Are you looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself? If you want to be part of a team that produces a high-quality, nutritious product that feeds not only your friends and family, but millions of people around the world, we want to talk to you!
Who We Are:
The HORD team, nationally known for our world class pig production, is currently looking for individuals to add to our production team. These positions offer full training, opportunities for promotion, and encompasses all aspects of animal care. No prior experience is needed.
A Day In The Life:
This key, entry-level position, works 1st shift (approx. 6:00am-2:30pm M-F shortened hours every 3rd weekend) and is responsible for the daily care of all mother pigs and piglets to assure optimum productivity. This person will work indoors in a climate-controlled environment and assist in all aspects of animal care, as well as perform light facility repair and maintenance.
The ideal candidate will have the desire to work with pigs, a willingness to learn, a high level of dependability as evidenced with a solid work history, and a proven record of drive for excellence.
What You Need:
- Candidates must not currently own or have routine contact with non-Hord pigs.
- Display a high level of respect to team members and animals
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, physically strenuous environment
- Impeccable record of reliability/dependability
- Willingness to learn and carry out complex instructions effectively
- Willingness to work every 3rd weekend (weekend hours are slightly shorter than normal hours and you get a day off during the week each time you work a weekend)
Your Rewards:
- Entry-level positions with no prior experience start at $42,000/year (nearly $18/hour)
- Salaried position means consistent wages each pay period
- Paid vacation starting after 6 months, 5 personal days, and 6 holidays per year
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at less than $20/pay for our base plan)
- 401k with company match
- Financial planning assistance
- Recruitment bonus
We look forward to talking to you more in depth about the opportunities at HORD!
Salary : $42,000