Production Technician – (57041)

?Job Description:The Maschhoffs, the largest family-owned hog production network in North America, is currently hiring Production Technician to work in a sow farm near Eagleville, MO?Reports To: Section Manager, Site Manager?Job Overview: The primary responsibility of the technician is to perform day to day production activities, implement standard operating procedures, and maintain accurate records of their activities. They will promote the well being of animals in their care, and serve as a steward of the environment in the production center they work in.??Job Duties & Accountabilities?Typical Duties of a Production Technician, Breed-to-Wean include:?Perform day to day production activities based on sound science and practice to ensure high quality production of weaned pigs.Promote safe work habits, maintain a safe working environment and document all work related injuries.Implement the standard operating procedures (SOP) to the best of their ability. These include but are not limited to:Feeding strategiesMonitoring and maintaining proper temperature and ventilation ratesAnimal movements and careUse of pharmaceutical (medication) and biological products (vaccines)Practices that are specific to the area of productionKeep and maintain accurate production records (i.e. PigCHAMP) to assist in the development of the team, yourself, and the improvement of the system. In addition, maintain accurate headcount records for the animals under your care to submit to management upon request.Perform timely duties and comply with practices that promote the health of the animals under your care (commonly referred to as bio-security practices). These activities would include but are not limited to:Remaining away from pigs not owned by the companyChanging footwear and clothing as requiredMaintaining bird proof facilitiesObserving SOPs for transportation of livestock, supplies and feedRodent baiting on the inside and outside of the buildings and keeping adequate rodent baiting records on a weekly and monthly basisRemoving dead animals according to standardized protocolReporting violations of these practices to your supervisorPerform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment, as well as, housekeeping responsibilities of the barn facilities including trash removal, cleanliness of the office spaces, lunchrooms, and employee changing areas.Implement best management practices for environmental stewardship including:Proper regulation of manure storage facility (pit) levelsFlushing time and recharge of manure handling systems within the barns?Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School diploma or GEDExperiencePrior agriculture experience is a plus.?Knowledge, Skills and Abilities?1) Knowledge of:Standard Operating Procedures of the systemStandard maintenance proceduresMS Office and basic understanding of computers (preferred)?2) Skill in:Effective communication skillsAttention to detail?3) Ability to:Work independently, as well as part of a teamFollow verbal/written instructionsMaintain complete and accurate recordsLearn new skills