What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Caregiver (Louisville, IL) position at The Maschhoffs?
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert care for animals, including but not limited to feeding, watering, providing health treatments, conducting artificial insemination, assisting with the birthing process, and day one care.
- Monitor the behavior and health status of animals, promptly addressing any issues that arise.
- Administer vaccinations and medication under the guidance of Herd Veterinarians to protect animals from or treat disease.
- Protect worker safety, abiding by safe work habits and abiding by Safety Non-Negotiables to ensure a safe environment, and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Adhere to the principles contained within the Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement.
- Ensure high-quality production of weaned pigs by performing production activities based on sound science.
- Conduct pig production activities in a manner which safeguards the environment.
- Maintain accurate and timely production records.
- Execute timely responsibilities and adhere to protocols aimed at safeguarding the health of animals, commonly known as biosecurity practices.
- Clean and disinfect animal housing areas using power washers and other approved treatments.
- Perform housekeeping responsibilities of barn facilities, including trash removal and maintaining cleanliness of office spaces, lunchrooms and employee changing areas.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment as needed.
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Knowledge of: · Basic biosecurity principles · Basic agricultural and swine production terminology
Skill in: · Clear and concise verbal and written communication · Attention to detail · Problem solving · Judgement and decision making · Active learning, understanding and applying new information
Ability to: · Work independently, as well as part of a team · Learn MS Office and gain a basic understanding of computers · Follow verbal/written instructions · Learn new skills · Operate high-pressure washing equipment |
Compensation and Benefits:
Targeted pay range of $16.50-19.27 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
The Maschhoffs offers full-time regular employees a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
- Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
- Group rate vision benefits.
- Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
- Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
- A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
- A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
- Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.
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Physical Demands |
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Climbing: Less than 20% |
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Crawling/Stooping: Less than 20% |
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Hearing: Over 70% |
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Heavy Lifting: Less than 20% Up to 60 Lbs |
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Manual Dexterity: 41% - 70% |
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Pushing/Pulling: Less than 20% |
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Speaking: Over 70% |
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Standing: Over 70% |
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Visual: Over 70% |
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Walking: Over 70% |
Salary : $17 - $19
