Animal Care Specialist (Minneapolis, KS)

As a family company, Schwartz Farms, Inc. is committed to caring for its people and animals by demonstrating the values of integrity, care, excellence, and discipline. Known for quality pork production, Schwartz Farms is a proud advocate of creating opportunities for rural communities with presence in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota. As a premier pork producer, Schwartz Farms embraces itself for a challenging and rewarding future.

Join our team at our new Minneapolis, Kansas location. We anticipate these positions beginning in November 2026 as we prepare to launch operations at our newly constructed facility.

POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:

The Animal Care Specialist is responsible for providing support to the breeding or farrowing department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Tasks are dependent upon the department, but may include:

• Provide care for animals, ensuring they have access to food, water and a comfortable environment
• Assist with movement of animals
• Treat and vaccinate animals
• Maintain accurate documentation
• Assist in power washing
• Promote a safe work environment
• Maintain PQA certification status (provided on the job)
• Follow all Schwartz Farms Inc bio-security policies and procedures
• Exhibit strong teamwork, including working to achieve team goals, embracing new technologies, working on new projects, etc.
• Be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. with reasonable accommodation
• Demonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, care, excellence and discipline.
• Advocate and engage in Schwartz Farm's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
• Maintain and promote a safe working environment
• Additional duties may be assigned as they arise