Hog Yard Buyer & Sorting Specialist (2nd Shift)

JBS Foods; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Foods in Marshalltown, IA is seeking an Alley Buyer for the Pork division. The role involves receiving and evaluating hogs, sorting for resale, counting hogs, and ensuring proper handling according to company policy and USDA regulations.

The position requires physical maneuvering of live hogs, ability to train on equipment like bobcats and skid steers, and completion of required paperwork. 40+ hours per week in a challenging yard environment, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college animal science coursework preferred.
• Experience dealing with hogs (breeds, market, handling) preferred.
• Ability to work 40+ hours in hog yards/barns in a noisy, dusty, hot/cold environment.
• Must be able to visually assess weight and potential yield of hogs.
• Physically maneuver among and handle live hogs.

Responsibilities

• Receive and evaluate hogs on arrival and sort off‐quality hogs for resale.
• Count hogs and ensure proper animal handling per company policy and USDA regulations.
• Perform paperwork and assist with driving equipment (bobcat, skid steer) training.
• Complete duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Hog handling

Communication

Weight estimation

Endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Animal science coursework preferred

Experience with hogs

Breeds/market knowledge

Tools

Bobcat

Skid steer

Job description

JBS Foods in Marshalltown, IA is seeking an Alley Buyer for the Pork division. The role involves receiving and evaluating hogs, sorting for resale, counting hogs, and ensuring proper handling according to company policy and USDA regulations.

The position requires physical maneuvering of live hogs, ability to train on equipment like bobcats and skid steers, and completion of required paperwork. 40+ hours per week in a challenging yard environment, with competitive compensation.