Animal Scientist (Multiple Openings)
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EMPLOYER:Northwest Pork, LLCJOB TITLE:Animal Scientist (Multiple Openings)JOB LOCATION:23998 X Ave, Tarkio, MO 64491 (Atchison County)JOB DUTIES: Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing animal health and reproduction programs for pork production company. Specific duties include: (1) developing, implementing, and managing animal health and welfare, including administering vaccinations of sows and piglets, examining animals to detect symptoms of illness or injury, and treating sick, injured, or lame animals; (2) developing, implementing, and managing animal reproduction programs, including performing artificial insemination, detecting heat and pregnancy, selecting animals for farrow, and monitoring/assisting sows during labor; (3) as necessary, euthanizing animals using company-approved techniques; (4) developing, evaluating, and managing daily activities and processes related to iso-wean pig production including gilt development, breeding, gestation, and farrowing; (5) performing timely and accurate recordkeeping of animal health and reproduction activities; (6) maintaining biosecurity policies and procedures.REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, or related agricultural field; two years of livestock or agricultural industry experience. Frequent travel to unanticipated client farms in Northwest Missouri.Interested candidates should submit a resume & cover letter to HR, Northwest Pork, LLC 23998 X Ave, Tarkio, MO 64491.#LI-DNI