Swine Specialist

Objective: We are looking for a talented and competitive Swine Specialist that thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful, self-starting candidate will play a fundamental role in achieving our ambitious growth objectives while ensuring the Core Values of Pipestone Veterinary Services and the expectations of our clients are being met every day.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Work directly with livestock producers to provide product support and industry expertise.

2. Provide economically viable solutions to improve customer success and longevity.

3. Coordinate delivery of products and supplies to customers.

4. Expand and foster existing clientele and relationships.

5. Provide great attention to detail to help ensure quality service to our clients everyday

6. Champion projects and cultivate team involvement in implementation.

7. Multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

1. While interacting with customers, the ability to have previous knowledge of the livestock industry is helpful. Previous experience is preferred but not required. Drive and desire to achieve results a must.

2. PVS will function as a team. The applicant must be able/willing to assist other team members when necessary.

3. Lead projects assigned to you by your supervisor

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Education: A bachelor's degree in animal science or related field is preferred, however education and experience will be considered.

• Experience: 1+ years’ experience, preferably in the agriculture field

Training: Mypipestone training as assigned

Work

Environment:

Physical

Requirements: Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day

Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling

Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull

Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds

Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move

Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional

Requirements:

Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation to get to work and attend meetings