Herdsperson: Paid Training, Immediate Openings, Incentives

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

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with routine animal care and farm tasks, ensuring welfare and proper growth and breeding of pigs. The role involves sanitation, animal movement, record-keeping, and operating farm equipment.

On-the-job paid training, opportunities for advancement, and an immediate start are available. Candidates should be prepared for high physical demand and flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Strong commitment to teamwork.
• Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility.
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.
• 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.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry tasks.
• Assist in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows.
• Sanitize and wash multiple areas on the farm using high pressure equipment.
• Process piglets: injections, castration, docking tails, and ear notching.
• Maintain accurate production information and update department records.

Skills

Hard physical labor

Teamwork

On-call for emergencies

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with routine animal care and farm tasks, ensuring welfare and proper growth and breeding of pigs. The role involves sanitation, animal movement, record-keeping, and operating farm equipment.

On-the-job paid training, opportunities for advancement, and an immediate start are available. Candidates should be prepared for high physical demand and flexible hours including weekends and holidays.