Barrier Technician At Marshall Farms, we're looking for individuals who want more than just a job. We're looking for people who take pride in their work, care about making an impact, and want to be part of a team dedicated to helping improve the lives of people and pets. As a Barrier Technician, you will play an important role in supporting our mission while contributing to the success of our team and organization. By providing exceptional daily care for our minipigs and maintaining a clean, healthy, and biosecure environment, you'll help ensure the well-being of our animals and support research that improves the health of people and pets worldwide. If you're looking for meaningful work where you can contribute to improving the lives of people and pets while growing your skills in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply. When you join Marshall Farms, you become part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, animal welfare, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees through training, development opportunities, collaboration, and a workplace culture built on respect and accountability.
In this role, you will:
Provide high-quality daily care and husbandry for minipigs.
Maintain clean, sanitized, and biosecure animal housing and work areas.
Move and handle animals safely and humanely using established procedures.
Monitor animal health and promptly communicate observations to appropriate team members.
Support breeding and production activities, including breeding, farrowing, animal identification, routine health care, and shipment preparation.
Feed animals and maintain accurate feeding and weight records.
Record production and animal care information using electronic record systems.
Clean and sanitize animal housing, equipment, and supplies using specialized cleaning equipment.
Follow all biosecurity, animal welfare, and workplace safety procedures.
Assist with additional responsibilities that support the success of the production team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
Experience working with animals, agriculture, production, manufacturing, or a related hands-on environment preferred.
Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
Basic computer skills for electronic recordkeeping and communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with livestock, animal husbandry, or animal care.
Experience working in a biosecure, regulated, or production environment.
We're looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work.
- Demonstrates compassion and respect for animal welfare.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Pays close attention to detail and follows established procedures.
- Learns quickly and adapts to changing priorities.
- Maintains accurate records and communicates effectively.
- Is committed to workplace safety and biosecurity.
- Brings a positive attitude and a strong work ethic every day.
- Supports a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- This position may require:
- Working in varying temperatures with regular animal interaction.
- Performing physically active work, including lifting, moving, and handling animals.
- Operating cleaning and sanitation equipment.
- Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).Following strict biosecurity, animal welfare, and workplace safety procedures.
- Schedule & Compensation:
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Weekend/On-Call Requirements: Participation in a rotating weekend schedule.
Pay Grade:
B1Pay Range: $19.50 $29.25 per hour, based on qualifications and experience. We support leading research organizations around the world through the animals and services we provide, and we are also a leading provider of pet ferrets. While we have grown into a global organization, we continue to value the close-knit culture and employee-centered approach on which we were founded. Our benefit package is an important element of the overall experience we offer our employees.100% company-paid medical and dental insurance for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents, or a generous opt-out if you already have coverage elsewhere. Generous time off benefits starting at 3 weeks/year.401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% match on the first 5% of contributions and immediate vesting (must be 18 or older to participate).Enriched Short-Term Disability benefits and Long-Term Disability insurance. Profit Sharing contribution of 10% of your annualized salary. Life Insurance at 4x your annual base salary (up to a maximum of $200,000).Boot allowance (excludes office and barrier employees).$500 bonus for employee referrals. Marshall Farms Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
