Hog Receiving & Welfare Specialist

Sfdbrands; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Hog Receiver to ensure smooth, safe, and humane handling of livestock on arrival at the facility. You will coordinate movement from receiving to holding pens while upholding high animal welfare and safety standards, including PQA and TQA compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred) and experience in agriculture; strong Excel skills are a plus. Relocation support may be available in this team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in the agriculture industry is preferred.
• Computer literacy including all aspects of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, unloading, and sorting hogs by quality and weight.
• Move hogs from trucks to holding pens safely and efficiently.
• Identify, tattoo, scale, and count livestock; track dead or non-ambulatory animals.
• Perform animal welfare audits and ensure compliance with PQA/TQA and training.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Hog Receiver to ensure smooth, safe, and humane handling of livestock on arrival at the facility. You will coordinate movement from receiving to holding pens while upholding high animal welfare and safety standards, including PQA and TQA compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred) and experience in agriculture; strong Excel skills are a plus. Relocation support may be available in this team-focused environment.