Herdsperson - Animal Care & Farm Ops (New Bern, NC)

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

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in New Bern, NC is seeking a Herdsperson to support herd technicians in daily animal care and farm tasks. The role emphasizes welfare, health, growth, and breeding of swine on site.

You will assist with feeding, vaccines, sanitation, and movement of animals, operate farm equipment as directed, and help maintain records and comply with safety and animal welfare policies. Onsite work, physical demands apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in livestock handling is helpful.
• Ability to perform hard physical labor and work long hours.
• Strong commitment to teamwork.
• Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility.
• Ability to follow instructions in standardized situations.
• Must be able to work a 48-hour average week with weekend/evening/holiday shifts.
• On-call for emergencies and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures.
• Maintains flexibility and adapts to farm leadership directions.
• Assists in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows.
• Sanitizes and washes areas using high-pressure equipment.
• Processes piglets: injections, castration, tail docking, ear notching.
• Maintains accurate production information and records.
• Treats sick animals with medications and follows SOPs.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance and general farm duties.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Adaptability

On-call readiness

Attention to instructions

Work ethic

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in New Bern, NC is seeking a Herdsperson to support herd technicians in daily animal care and farm tasks. The role emphasizes welfare, health, growth, and breeding of swine on site.

You will assist with feeding, vaccines, sanitation, and movement of animals, operate farm equipment as directed, and help maintain records and comply with safety and animal welfare policies. Onsite work, physical demands apply.