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Summary of Position – Transport swine between farms, packing plants, and other destinations and load and unload swine from transport trailer.  This needs to be done in a manner than minimizes stress and injury to swine, in order to deliver a quality animal to the destination and return maximum value to HBI.  CDL required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain transportation rig in a manner that minimizes downtime, prevents breakdowns, and is cost efficient.
• Maintain transport trailer in a manner appropriate to weather conditions that keeps animals comfortable and unlikely to be stressed or injured in transport, loading or unloading.
• Maintain bio-security of load-out farms. Have clean boots, coveralls, & movement aids (boards, rattles, etc.)
• Oversee transportation rig cleaning, dis-infection, and drying of trailer. Report cleaning deficiencies to washout crew or management.

• Arrive at loading destination 15 to 30 minutes before scheduled load-out time and prepare trailer for loading.  (Put bedding down, open or close vents, etc.)
• Work with farm manager or loading crew to load or unload animals with a minimum amount of stress.
• Load and unload animals only as fast as can be done with a minimum amount of stress.  A short load or unload time isn’t as important as providing a healthy, unstressed animal to the destination.
• Communicate with farm managers or loading crews, changes or adjustments in loading or unloading times.
• Communicate problems to management.
• Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Operate in a safe manner while on the road.  Your actions not only reflect on you, but on the company you work for.
• The appearance of your transportation rig also reflects on yourself and us.  Keep it clean when possible.
• Conduct yourself in a positive manner.  Be respectful of others, maintain composure, and work together.   This will truly reflect positively on yourself, your family, and this organization.

Requirements

• Respect and care for all animals is required. We have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to inhumane treatment of our animals.
• Minimum of a Class A CDL Required.
• Knowledge & enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of and ability to follow company policies and procedures precisely
• Positive, friendly, and respectful demeanor at all times
• Regular, consistent attendance required with flexibility in hours.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds

Email application and/or resume to contactus@haverkampbros.com

JOB SUMMARY: Weaned pig care responsible for implementing HBI post weaning care management practices and doing whatever is needed to have pigs thrive and grow.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Ability to lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
2. Ability to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods of time on varied surfaces, and capable of being on their feet for up to 10 hours a day
3. Ability to work in noise levels that may require hearing protection
4. Must possess ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm
5. Must possess good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the use of hands to handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, controls, or animals

REQUIREMENTS
1. Respect and care for all animals is required. We have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to inhumane treatment of our animals. Knowledge & enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm.
2. Individual must be dedicated, goal-oriented, motivated, and able to work effectively as a team member
3. Positive, friendly, and respectful demeanor at all times
4. Must be a self-starter that can operate unsupervised
5. Previous experience in pork industry desired, but not mandatory
6. Ability to do basic math (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication)
7. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
8. Regular, consistent attendance required with flexibility in hours a plus. Must be willing to work some weekends.
9. Must be able to communicate well with Production Service Reps. and Contract Growers

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Reliable, punctual, efficient, well organized, detail orientated with strong communication skills.
2. Make planned scheduled visits to multiple locations of nursery and wean finish barns on a daily basis
3. Follow S.O.P. and enforce HBI procedures and policies; and detailed orders of Production Service Reps. for the care and management of company owned pigs three weeks to eight weeks of age.
4. Analyzing records
5. Maintain herd health and biosecurity
6. Other duties will include but not limited to:
• Identifying sick pigs and specific disease
• Sorting and treating pigs as needed
• Management of Basic Pig care of feed, water, and environments
• Communication and working with Production Service Reps, growers and other personnel
• Assist Production Service Reps. with preparing barns for wean pigs to arrive
• Must be able to understand and follow protocols for starting procedures of barns and pigs
• Must have basic understanding of swine building ventilation, heaters, and ventilation controls

QUALIFICATIONS
7. High School Diploma
8. Valid Driver’s License
9. Would include Smart phone capabilities
10. Must be able to adapt and learn quickly on the job
11. Must be able to prioritize and keep on task with limited direct supervision

WORKING CONDITIONS
12. Must be accustomed to varied working conditions
13. Must be able to work in confinement hog facilities for extended periods of time.

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with Haverkamp Brothers, an equal opportunity employer.

Email application and resume to contactus@haverkampbros.com

Summary of Position – Provides daily care to sows and piglets following Haverkamp Bros. standard operating procedures (SOP’s) as a team member of the farrowing department.

Responsibilities

• Daily animal care/feeding
• Assist farrowing sows and attend to newborn piglets
• Process piglets according to company protocols
• Maintain & monitor overall animal health, care, and treatment by PQA+ standards
• Maintain proper barn environment through proper ventilation protocols
• Adhere to all company policies at all times, including Animal Welfare, Biosecurity, and Safety
• Maintain accurate production records
• Move animals using safe handling practices
• General facility cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene including power washing/disinfecting barns after weaning, performing laundry, and office cleaning duties

Requirements

• Respect and care for all animals is required.  We have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to inhumane treatment of our animals.  Knowledge & enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm. 
• Individual must be dedicated, goal-oriented, motivated, and able to work effectively as a team member.
• Positive, friendly, and respectful demeanor at all times
• Must be a self-starter that can operate at times unsupervised
• Previous experience in pork industry desired, but not mandatory
• Ability to do basic math (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Regular, consistent attendance required with flexibility in hours a plus.  Must be willing to work some weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, bend, kneel, and squat for extended period of tieme on varied surfaces, and capable of being on their feet for up to 10 hours a day.
• Ability to work in noise levels that may require hearing protection.
• Must possess ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm
• Must possess good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the use of hands to handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, controls, or animals.

Email application and/or resume to contactus@haverkampbros.com

Summary of Position – Provides daily care to sows and developing gilts following HBI standard operating procedures (SOP’s) as a team member of the farrowing and breeding departments.

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
2. Ability to sit, stand, walk, push, pull, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods of time on varied surfaces, and capable of being on their feet for up to 10 hours a day
3. Ability to work in noise levels that may require hearing protection
4. Must possess ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm
5. Must possess good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the use of hands to handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, controls, or animals.

Responsibilities – Breeding

6. Daily animal care/feeding
7. Performing breeding/insemination process by means of PCAI or traditional AI
8. Administer routine and seasonal vaccinations and injections or recommendations from our vet
9. Maintain & monitor overall animal health, care, and treatment by PQA+ standards
10. Maintain proper barn environment through proper ventilation protocols
11. Adhere to all company policies at all times, including Animal Welfare, Biosecurity, and Safety
12. Maintain accurate production records
13. Move animals using safe handling practices
14. General facility cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene including power washing/disinfecting barns, performing laundry, and office cleaning duties

Responsibilities – Farrowing

15. Daily animal care/feeding
16. Assist farrowing sows and attend to newborn piglets
17. Process piglets according to company protocols
18. Enter farrowing data into Metafarms on tablets
19. Maintain & monitor overall animal health, care, and treatment by PQA+ standards
20. Maintain proper barn environment through proper ventilation protocols
21. Adhere to all company policies at all times, including Animal Welfare, Biosecurity, and Safety
22. Maintain accurate production records
23. Move animals using safe handling practices
24. General facility cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene including power washing/disinfecting barns after weaning, performing laundry, and office cleaning duties 

Requirements

25. Respect and care for all animals is required. We have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to inhumane treatment of our animals. Knowledge & enforcement of the latest industry biosecurity practices must be observed and enforced throughout the farm.
26. Individual must be dedicated, goal-oriented, motivated, and able to work effectively as a team member
27. Positive, friendly, and respectful demeanor at all times
28. Must be a self-starter that can operate at times unsupervised
29. Previous experience in pork industry desired, but not mandatory
30. Ability to do basic math (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication)
31. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
32. Regular, consistent attendance required with flexibility in hours a plus. Must be willing to work some weekends.

HBI reserves the right to make any necessary changes to this job description and to request that the Animal Caregiver perform additional duties as the need arises. These additional requests will be reasonable and respectful of the Animal Caregiver’s time.