Careers
If you are interested in becoming part of the LB Pork team, please print out the form from the link below. Send it to LB Pork, Attention: Dianne Bettin, 109 N. Bridgeman St, Fairmont, MN 56031 or Email dianne@lbpork.com
JOIN THE LB PORK TEAM!
CURRENT POSITIONS: See Job Descriptions below for OFFICE ASSISTANT, SHOP MECHANIC, AND FEED MILL DRIVER posItions
OFFICE ASSISTANT:
This position is responsible for production records support, supply inventory and records. Additional responsibilities include handling front desk activity, fuel records, and providing administrative support to the Management.
Administrative Support
- Providing administrative support to the Management (calendar, communications, mailings, etc.)
- Handling front desk activity when needed.
- Receiving deliveries of medicines and supplies
- Supply ordering
- Filing and faxes
- Office Machines
- Conference room and kitchen management
- General Office duties
- Website and Social Media
- Assist with event planning and organization
Data Entry and Documentation
- Assist with data entry in Production software (Metafarms etc), Google docs, and more.
- Record barn medicine usage
- Maintenance documentation.
- Create barn books as needed.
- Assist with training materials and SOP’s
Additional Job Functions
- Update fuel and gasoline records monthly
- Other job duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications (Education, Skills and Experience)
- A strong understanding of office coordination.
- Able to operate a variety of office machines.
- Detail oriented.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to manage and follow through on multiple projects.
- Able to work well with others.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Docs, & Web are a MUST.
Other Skills/Abilities
- A basic understanding of hog production and practices, preferred.
- Data entry experience, preferred.
Physical Demands
- Occasionally required to lift light to moderate weights (<50 pounds).
- Able to work at a computer and operate keyboard for long periods.
FARM SHOP MECHANIC:
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Adjusts, services, and repairs autos, pickups, heavy trucks, semi’s and miscellaneous machinery, including farm equipment, hydraulics and skid loaders. Main emphasis will be experience with pickup maintenance.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs a full range of skilled automotive repair work, such as minor tune-ups, electrical system servicing, and engine overhauls on a wide range of vehicles.
- Estimates costs of repairs and keeps records and creates reports pertaining to repairs performed.
- Instructs operators in the proper operation and servicing of the equipment.
- Operates and maintains shop equipment.
- Able to drive a semi or heavy truck (ex: feed truck)
- Perform other farm maintenance and miscellaneous jobs as needed.
- Communicate with owners and managers about tasks, problems, questions, and supplies needed.
- Keep farm appearance, inside and out, clean, neat, and organized
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Assist other departments when necessary
- Assist in special projects/requests when necessary
WORK SCHEDULE:
- Monday – Friday (generally 7 AM to 5 PM)
- Able to work some Saturdays
- Ability to work extra hours in helping with spring and fall fieldwork
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Mechanics training preferred.
- Knowledge of farm mechanics preferred.
SKILLS:
- Ability to multi-task and handle interruptions necessary.
- Able to maintain the shop in an organized manner.
- Patience required in instruction and dealing with drivers with varied levels of experience.
COMPENSATION:
- Hourly pay
- Time and a half after 48 hours
- Eligible for health Insurance, life insurance and 3% match retirement funding after waiting period. HSA available that company makes contribution to. Dental, vision, and short term disability plans available.
For more information contact: Dianne Bettin, LB Pork Inc., Northrop, MN
507-873-4291 Ext 101 dianne@lbpork.com
FEED MILL DRIVER/TECHNICIAN
Responsible for feed delivery & ingredient hauling. Assist with feed mill operations
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accurate and timely delivery of feed to production sites. Pick up feed ingredients as needed.
- Assist with transfer of corn between sites during harvest and throughout the year.
- Coordinate with FFM to assist with feed manufacturing as needed.
- Responsible for feed mill operations when FFM is not available.
- Keep feed mill appearance, inside and out, clean, neat, and organized
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Assist other departments and assist in special projects/requests when necessary
- Able to lift 50#
- Must complete fork lift training
- Maintain good driving record
WORK SCHEDULE:
- Monday – Friday (generally 7 AM to 5 PM)
- Work every other Saturday
- Work 2 out of 6 Holidays
- Ability to work overtime
- Ability to work extra hours in helping with spring and fall fieldwork
COMPENSATION:
- Hourly pay
- Time and a half after 48 hours
- Eligible for health Insurance, life insurance and 3% match retirement funding after waiting period. HSA available that company makes contribution to. Dental, vision, accident and short-term disability plans available.