Animal Caregiver (Augusta, IL)
The MaschhoffsIllinois, United States
Posted May 19, 2025
33000 - 38540 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The Maschhoffs, headquartered in Carlyle, Illinois, is one of North America’s largest family‑owned pork production networks. Owned by fifth‑generation farmers Dave & Karen Maschhoff and Ken & Julie Maschhoff, the company partners with over 300 family farmers across the Midwest to produce high‑quality pork for more than 12 million consumers each year. By leveraging a collaborative network model, The Maschhoffs combines deep agricultural heritage with modern supply‑chain efficiencies to deliver consistent product quality and traceability. The company’s commitment to family‑farm partnerships and sustainable practices sets it apart in the pork industry. Explore career opportunities with a company that values tradition, teamwork, and innovation.
Job Description
Provide expert care for animals, including feeding, watering, providing health treatments, and monitoring behavior and health status.
Requirements
- Provide expert care for animals
- Monitor behavior and health status
- Administer vaccinations and medication
- Protect worker safety
- Maintain regulatory compliance
- Adhere to the principles of the Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement
- Ensure high-quality production of weaned pigs
- Conduct pig production activities in a manner which safeguards the environment
- Maintain accurate and timely production records
- Execute timely responsibilities and adhere to protocols aimed at safeguarding the health of animals
- Clean and disinfect animal housing areas
- Perform housekeeping responsibilities of barn facilities
- Perform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment
Benefits
- Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan
- Two options for dental coverage
- Group rate vision benefits
- Complimentary Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies
- Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage
- Traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan
- Roth 40(k) plan
- Generous paid time off program
- Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI)