Herd Technician — Livestock Care & Farm Welfare

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring a Herdsperson in Kinston, NC. The role supports Herd Technicians in daily animal care, sanitation, and general farm tasks to ensure the welfare and well-being of the animals.

Expect hands-on duties including vaccination, feeding, and movement of livestock. The position involves operating farm equipment, following SOPs, and maintaining accurate records. Availability for long hours, weekends, evenings, and on-call emergencies is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures.
• Assist in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows.
• Sanitize and wash farm areas using high pressure equipment.
• Process piglets (medications, castration, docking tails, ear notching).
• Maintain production records and follow SOPs and training guides.

Skills

Teamwork

Hard physical labor

Ability to follow instructions

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Willingness to shower daily

Ability to be on call for emergencies

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring a Herdsperson in Kinston, NC. The role supports Herd Technicians in daily animal care, sanitation, and general farm tasks to ensure the welfare and well-being of the animals.

Expect hands-on duties including vaccination, feeding, and movement of livestock. The position involves operating farm equipment, following SOPs, and maintaining accurate records. Availability for long hours, weekends, evenings, and on-call emergencies is required.