Herdsperson — Livestock Care & Farm Operations

Smithfield Foods

Faison (NC)

Sur place

USD 19 000 - 29 000

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Résumé du poste

Smithfield Foods is recruiting for a Herdsperson to support animal care across the farm operations. The role involves feeding, vaccinating, and general husbandry, with responsibilities including piglet processing and maintaining animal welfare.

A strong teamwork mindset and physical endurance are essential for success in our fast-paced environment. The position requires ability to work around livestock, operate basic farm equipment, and adapt to changing priorities as directed by farm

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED preferred.
Previous livestock handling helpful.
Ability to do hard physical labor.
Must be able to work an average 48-hour work week, which can vary frequently.
Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
Must be on call for emergency situations to include but not limit to, power outages or personnel shortages.

Responsabilités

Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures.
Assists in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows.
Sanitizes and washes multiple areas on the farm using high pressure equipment.
Processes piglets, which includes: Injecting medications, castrating, docking tails, and ear notching.
Maintains accurate production information and update all department records as required.
Treats sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals by injection, oral application, and/or other methods as required.