Herdsperson

Holden Farms strives to be the nation’s most progressive, innovative, and collaborative pork producer. We pride ourselves on teamwork, personal growth, and opportunity. If you seek a challenging and rewarding career and enjoy working with animals, consider joining us.

About the role

Reports to the Sow Farm Manager and is responsible for daily care, health, and maintenance for all pigs at the designated work site.

Schedule

• Generally Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–4:00 pm; times may vary based on business needs
• Rotating weekend and holiday schedule required

Responsibilities

• Daily pig care, including sorting
• Monthly maintenance such as cleaning dryer vents, greasing anchor bearings, and baiting
• Ordering feed
• Understand and follow the Holden Farms Biosecurity Program
• Power washing farrow rooms and hallways
• Pig movement
• Castration
• Feeding and checking waters
• Perform heat detection on sows
• Breed sows through artificial insemination
• Conduct pregnancy checks
• Monitor and treat sows as needed by administering vaccines and medicines
• Cleaning facilities and minor maintenance
• Keep detailed and accurate records
• Other site maintenance as needed

Requirements

• Strong interest in working with animals and 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 50 lbs
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, and kneel
• Ability to stand, walk, and be on feet for 9+ hours/day

Benefits

Available for full-time positions:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Profit sharing
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Free hog yearly
• Additional benefits available

No previous experience working with pigs is required.