Wean-to-Finish Herdsperson - Amboy

Wean-to-Finish Herdsperson

Since 1991, Wakefield Pork has been an industry leader in pork production, operating from south central Minnesota to northern Iowa. As a forward-thinking leader in the pork industry, the Wakefield Pork family strives to deliver a quality pork product that nourishes families across the world. We are looking for all kinds of employees with different types of experiences. We believe work ethic and strong values are as important as industry expertise.

Summary: The Custom Wean-to-Finish Herdsperson is responsible for assisting with all daily aspects of wean-to-finish production, including but not limited to day to day care of wean-to-finish pigs, wean pig placement, individual and group medication, nursery and finish load-ins and load-outs, record keeping, and minor facility maintenance. This position requires travel among multiple barn sites with other herdspersons.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
• Ability to climb and cross stalls
• Ability to communicate effectively and read and interpret procedure manuals
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to do basic math – addition, subtraction, and multiplication
• Regular, consistent attendance

Additional Requirements:

This position requires operating a company vehicle. Any employment offer for this position is contingent upon the review of applicant’s motor vehicle record. A valid Class D license is required.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb 4-foot gates, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds. Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Frequently required, for extended periods of time, to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and communicate.

Organizational Relationships:

Reports to Grow/Finish Custom Supervisor. Interacts closely with Custom Finish coworkers, Wakefield Pork contract growers, and main office staff

Hours:

Typically, Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 3:00 pm. Every 3rd weekend rotational schedule. Occasional early morning or later afternoon/evening load in and outs.

Pay and Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for: paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) with match. Wages and salaries are set commensurate with the employee’s skills and experience and in accordance with Wakefield Pork’s wage and benefit policies.

Position requires a high level of respect for team members and animals. Must demonstrate communication and time-management skills, as well as the ability to adapt and function effectively in a fast paced, changing environment.

Preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed of this position. This list is not all-inclusive as additional duties may be assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $30,000