Hog Farm Herdsperson - Paid Training, Immediate Openings

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

Job summary

The Herdsperson position at Smithfield Foods, Inc. supports routine animal care and farm operations at the designated site. You will assist with feeding, vaccinations, sanitation, and movement of pigs, as well as maintaining accurate production records.

The position offers paid on-the-job training, immediate openings, and opportunities for advancement. Candidates should be capable of hard physical work, work weekends/holidays as needed, and thrive in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Strong commitment to teamwork.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks.
• Maintains flexibility with a willingness to change plans according to farm leadership.
• Assists in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows.
• Sanitizes and washes multiple areas on the farm using high pressure equipment.
• Processes piglets, including injections, castration, docking tails, and ear notching.
• Maintains accurate production information and updates department records.
• Takes care of animals’ health using various medications as required.
• Follows SOPs, manuals, or training guides as required.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Maintains barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties.

Skills

Animal care

Livestock handling

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The Herdsperson position at Smithfield Foods, Inc. supports routine animal care and farm operations at the designated site. You will assist with feeding, vaccinations, sanitation, and movement of pigs, as well as maintaining accurate production records.

The position offers paid on-the-job training, immediate openings, and opportunities for advancement. Candidates should be capable of hard physical work, work weekends/holidays as needed, and thrive in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.