Livestock Care Technician

Murphy-Brown LLC; Powersville (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks, ensuring welfare and well-being of pigs. You will help with feeding, vaccination, movement, sanitation and record-keeping.

This role requires physical stamina, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions. Training for advanced Herd Technician designation may be available, with on-site responsibilities across farm operations.

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.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• Must be on call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures.
• Maintains flexibility with a willingness to change plans according to the direction of 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 injecting medications, castration, docking tails, and ear notching.
• Maintains accurate production information and updates department records as required.
• Treats sick animals with various pharmaceuticals by injection or oral application.
• Follows SOPs, manuals, or training guides as required.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Assists with maintaining barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties.
• Follows animal welfare policies and provides humane treatment and health care when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

On-call readiness

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Truck operation

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks, ensuring welfare and well-being of pigs. You will help with feeding, vaccination, movement, sanitation and record-keeping.

This role requires physical stamina, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions. Training for advanced Herd Technician designation may be available, with on-site responsibilities across farm operations.