Herdsperson - FARM 35011

Smithfield Foods
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 16.75+ hourlyFunction: OtherEducation: high_schoolSkills: ["Teamwork","Ability to follow instructions","Physical stamina","Flexibility","Respectful communication"]

Assist Herd Technicians with routine animal care and general farm tasks to ensure animal welfare. Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform animal husbandry including basic veterinary procedures, sanitation with high-pressure equipment, and processing piglets. Maintain accurate production records, follow animal welfare and biosecurity procedures, and help with facility/equipment upkeep. May operate farm equipment and support facility cleanliness and laundry duties.

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Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods
5 days ago

Herdsperson - FARM 35011

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Job Summary

Assist Herd Technicians with routine animal care and general farm tasks to ensure animal welfare. Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform animal husbandry including basic veterinary procedures, sanitation with high-pressure equipment, and processing piglets. Maintain accurate production records, follow animal welfare and biosecurity procedures, and help with facility/equipment upkeep. May operate farm equipment and support facility cleanliness and laundry duties.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time

Key Responsibilities

  • •Assist Herd Technicians with routine animal care and general farm tasks to support animal welfare.
  • •Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry and basic veterinary procedures.
  • •Sanitize and wash multiple farm areas using high-pressure equipment; support facility and equipment maintenance.
  • •Process piglets, including injecting medications, castrating, docking tails, and ear notching.
  • •Maintain accurate production information and update department records; follow SOPs, animal welfare policies, and safety/biosecurity procedures.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 16.75 hourly

Key Requirements

  • •High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • •Previous livestock handling helpful.
  • •Ability to do hard physical labor.
  • •Strong commitment to teamwork.
  • •Ability to follow instructions and work a variable schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays; must be on call for emergencies.
Education:High School
Skills:TeamworkAbility to follow instructionsPhysical staminaFlexibilityRespectful communication

Company Brief

Smithfield Foods
Produces pork and packaged meat products, operating integrated hog production, processing, and branded food businesses. It supplies retail, foodservice, and export markets across the United States and internationally.
Industry: Food Production
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Smithfield, United States
Founded: 1936
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