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How much do compost jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for compost in Indiana is $14.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $15.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Compost job?

A compost job typically involves managing organic waste materials to create nutrient-rich compost for soil enrichment. Responsibilities may include collecting, sorting, and processing compostable materials, maintaining compost piles, and monitoring decomposition conditions such as moisture and temperature. Workers in composting roles may be employed by farms, waste management facilities, or environmental organizations. The job often requires physical labor and knowledge of sustainable waste practices.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in compost operations?

A typical day in compost operations involves receiving and sorting organic waste, monitoring compost piles for temperature and moisture, and operating equipment such as turners and loaders. Workers routinely check for contamination, record data, and may assist with bagging or preparing finished compost for distribution. Collaboration with team members and adherence to safety and environmental standards are central to the role. The work can be physically demanding and mostly outdoors, offering a hands-on, active environment for those passionate about sustainability. Over time, individuals can advance to supervisory or facility management positions as they gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Compost position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a compost technician or composting facility operator role, you need a solid understanding of organic waste management, basic biology, and safety procedures, often supported by relevant on-the-job experience or environmental certifications. Familiarity with composting machinery, temperature monitoring tools, and data recording systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills help individuals excel in this job. These abilities ensure proper composting processes, regulatory compliance, and efficient operation of composting facilities.

Lead Nursery Technician - Swine Farm Production

Lead Nursery Technician - Swine Farm Production

Clemens Food Group

Modoc, IN • On-site

$40K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Clemens Food Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

269th of 396 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

JOB OVERVIEW:
The primary purpose of the Nursery Lead is to manage the daily operations of a farm with nursery pigs. This position will be location in Farmland, Indiana. The operation will be achieved by implementing CVFF established production criteria.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Schedules and coordinates daily and weekly tasks with the Service Manager and other department heads and staff. May need to approve time and attendance for farm staff
  • Conducts a weekly review of departmental performance
  • Execute monthly supply ordering
  • Ensures proper feeding processes are followed so animals maximize nursery performance
  • Implements technical protocols and helps to develop and test new processes
  • Ensures the farm's working environment is safe by providing safety equipment, training, and actions to prevent hazardous conditions
  • Ensures all equipment, machinery, and vehicles are accounted for and properly maintained
  • Works in conjunction with the Service Manager and Human Resources on personnel issues including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, worker safety, performance evaluation, and staffing levels
  • Is responsible for training all Nursery Technicians and ensures proper animal husbandry skills are being utilized
  • Must learn and perform the responsibilities described within CVFF's process manual.
  • Is responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which the company is required to follow or voluntarily subscribes
  • Maintains bio-security protocols in the department

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred an a minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Requires one who is multi-task oriented and a team player
  • Ability to read, write and speak simple sentences in English
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Must understand that the Company is a producer of high quality pork.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Meet all bio-security requirements as outlined by Animal Care policy/ procedure.
  • Consistent and reliable adherence to Animal Welfare requirements and Code of Conduct.
  • Adhere to CVFF/ CLEMENS FOOD GROUP Mission, Vision, and Values.
  • Complete all other tasks as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Stationary Position: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for more than 85% of the time.
  • Moving/ Traversing: The person in this position needs to frequently move around the Production areas of the Barns/ Farm and will be moving/ traversing more than 85% of the time to attend to the care needs of the animals.
  • Operating/ Activating/ Using/ Preparing/ Inspecting/ Placing/ Positioning: Frequently utilizes animal movement techniques, breeding or farrowing equipment, etc.
  • Ascend/ Descend/ Traverse: Occasionally ascends/ descends a ladder to work atop equipment and/ or provide routine maintenance of Electronic Sow Feeders (ESF's) or compost structures.
  • Position Self to Move: Frequently positions self to complete tasks by reaching under/ around animals, into/ out of animal crates/ pens, remove material from the floor/ walls, and assist animals in the farrowing process.
  • Communicate/ Detect/ Identify/ Exchange Information: Constant visual monitoring of sow/ animal health and well-being, frequent communication with Team Members regarding animal movements, health status, task completion, etc. Shares information regarding task completion with Farm management.
  • Move/ Transport/ Install/ Remove: Frequently moves equipment/ animals weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally moves equipment/ animals weighing up to 75 pounds, rarely moves equipment/ animals weighing up to 100 pounds. Frequently transports equipment/ materials/ animals through various areas of the Barn weighing 50 pounds or more. Frequently utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) including animal sort boards weighing up to 25 pounds and requiring the ability to twist, bend, and maneuver around the body.
  • Work Environment: Frequent exposure to loud noises, dirty/ dusty environments, hot and cold temperatures, outdoor environments, animal dander, manure, blood.

DISCLAIMER
The Team Member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable Team Members with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
As requirements and Team Member skill levels change, the Supervisor may revise and/ or add duties to reflect these changes. The company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Agency Statement:
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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