FarmStats Records Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a FarmStats Records Intern at Pipestone. This 12-week internship will provide valuable experience in managing and analyzing records and data for wean to finish pork producers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Account Specialists with managing and analyzing records and data for pork producers.
• Communicate effectively with field supervisors and veterinarians to support daily pork production.
• Expand and foster existing relationships with swine producers.
• Provide accurate and timely records and industry expertise.
• Understand the basics of nutrition, feed budgets, and livestock production.
• Communicate professionally with swine producers, feed mills, and nutritionists.

Requirements:

• In pursuit of a 2 or 4-year degree (helpful but not required).
• Microsoft Excel and/or Access experience.
• Prior customer service experience and a livestock background (helpful but not required).

Work Environment:

80% office, 20% farm. Agricultural swine environment in a rural area. Noise levels may require hearing protection in some areas. Gestation, farrowing, and small swine care processes.

Physical Requirements:

Standing, walking, and ability to be on feet 8-10 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 assistance.

Additional Requirements:

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to work/meetings. Willingness to attend early morning or evening meetings as needed. Willingness to travel overnight to other Pipestone locations periodically.