Sydney Huftel
Portland,IN
Summary
Dedicated Pig Nursery Technician with strong skills in biosecurity, sanitation practices, and animal welfare. Proven ability to monitor health and optimize feed formulation for optimal growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Pig Nursery Technician
Country View Farms
Winchester, IN
12.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to organize and maintain clean, efficient work areas.
- Managed daily feeding and care routines for pigs to ensure optimal health and growth.
- Assisted in maintaining biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks on farm.
- Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting any issues promptly to senior staff.
- Operated farm equipment safely while performing routine maintenance checks as needed.
- Participated in record-keeping of animal health, feed consumption, and production data.
- Conducted facility inspections to ensure cleanliness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Optimized feed efficiency with regular monitoring of pig nutrition and adjusting diets accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records on pig growth, health, and production to enable data-driven decisionmaking.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through clear communication and collaboration with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Improved animal welfare, ensuring compliance with industry standards through regular inspections and staff training.
- Enhanced pig health by implementing proper vaccination schedules and maintaining clean living environments.
- Promoted biosecurity measures, minimizing the risk of disease transmission among pigs on the farm.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to develop effective treatment plans for sick pigs, resulting in improved recovery times.
- Prevented overcrowding issues by regularly assessing space requirements for different stages of pig development and making necessary adjustments when needed.
- Reduced mortality rates by promptly identifying and addressing signs of illness or injury in pigs.
Equestrian Barn Help
RM Elite Equine LLC
Pendleton, IN
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted in daily care and grooming of horses to ensure optimal health and performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of stables, contributing to a safe environment for horses and staff.
- Supported training sessions by preparing equipment and assisting riders during exercises.
- Monitored horse behavior and reported any signs of distress or health issues to management.
- Engaged with clients during visits, providing information on horse care and services offered by the facility.
- Participated in feeding routines, ensuring proper nutrition aligned with dietary needs of each horse.
- Collaborated with team members to implement best practices in equine handling and safety protocols.
- Managed stable operations and ensured proper care for all resident horses, maintaining a healthy environment.
- Facilitated clear communication between trainers, riders, and support staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations at the facility.
- Successfully matched riders with appropriate mounts according to skill level leading to better learning outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of each horse''s progress throughout training programs, tracking achievements and areas for continued development.
- Optimized nutrition, training regimens and lifestyle choices to keep fitness at optimal levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jay County Jr/Sr High School
Portland, IN06-2025
Skills
- Horse training
- Trail riding
- Horse grooming
- Riding instruction
- Horse show preparation
- Western riding
- Stress reduction
- Animal welfare
- Sanitation practices
- Temperature control
- Disease prevention
- Biosecurity measures
- Feed formulation
- Vaccination programs
Certification
PQA, Pork Quality Assurence
Timeline
Pig Nursery Technician
Country View Farms
12.2025 - Current
Equestrian Barn Help
RM Elite Equine LLC
07.2025 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Jay County Jr/Sr High School