Herdsperson: Livestock Care & Farm Operations

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with daily care of pigs and general farm tasks. You will feed, vaccinate, move animals, and help maintain facilities, records, and safety compliance in a fast-paced barn setting.

This position requires physical strength, willingness to work a 48-hour week, and flexibility for weekends/evenings. Prior livestock experience and a HS diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to perform hard physical labor in a farm environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with standardized procedures.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry tasks.
• Move animals and maintain efficient animal flows.
• Maintain cleanliness of barns, offices, and laundry areas.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and record-keeping.

Skills

Teamwork

Hard physical labor

Ability to follow instructions

Work flexible hours

On-site collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with daily care of pigs and general farm tasks. You will feed, vaccinate, move animals, and help maintain facilities, records, and safety compliance in a fast-paced barn setting.

This position requires physical strength, willingness to work a 48-hour week, and flexibility for weekends/evenings. Prior livestock experience and a HS diploma are preferred.