A-Shift Alley Buyer

Nance Staffing; Columbus City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a responsible individual for a role involving handling livestock in a hog yard environment. Key duties include sorting, counting, and weighing hogs, and learning about procurement programs. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or a related field and possess strong communication and basic computer skills. Safety equipment is required and the work environment can vary with the seasons. Overnight travel may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Candidates graduating in May 2025 will be considered.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Must be available for overnight travel when needed.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Sort, count, weigh, and tattoo hogs.
• Pen animals in appropriate areas.
• Learn Tyson Pork Procurement Programs and compliance with safety protocols.
• Understand weight docks and buying procedures.
• Act as station relief buyer in the absence of the manager for vacation or training.

Skills

Livestock experience

Excellent verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Your is responsible for handling livestock in a hog yard environment. This role involves sorting, counting, weighing, tattooing, and penning animals, as well as learning Companis Pork Procurement Programs, carcass merit, kill sheet information, weight docks, and other buying procedures. You will also serve as a station relief buyer during the absence of the manager for training and vacation coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Sort, count, weigh, and tattoo hogs.
• Pen animals in appropriate areas.
• Learn and apply Tyson Pork Procurement Programs, carcass merit information, and kill sheet processes.
• Understand weight docks and buying procedures.
• Act as a station relief buyer in the absence of the manager for vacation or training purposes.
• Ensure compliance with all Tyson SOPs for animal handling, safety protocols, and USDA regulations.

Job Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or a related field is required. Candidates graduating in May 2025 will be considered, with employment contingent upon completing their degree.
• Experience: Livestock experience is strongly preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills are required.
• Travel: Must be available for overnight travel as needed.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Limited supervision responsibilities may be required.
• Work Environment: Must wear safety equipment such as a hard hat, steel-toe boots, and hearing protection. The work area temperature will vary depending on the season.
  

Physical Demands

Bending: Minimal bending required, depending on the ability to motivate hogs with vocal commands.

Lifting: Minimal lifting required; the flag and tattoo hammer each weigh less than 5 pounds.

Grasping: Full-hand grasp needed to handle flags, tattoo hammers, and gates.

Standing: Required to stand or walk for the entire shift.

Force: Moderate to heavy force may be needed to assist with downed hogs.