Livestock Care Technician — Herd Health & Welfare

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with daily animal care and farm tasks. You will help feed, vaccinate, and monitor the welfare of pigs, support movements, and help maintain a clean, safe environment across the barn.

This role requires physical stamina, ability to follow directions, and willingness to work variable hours, including weekends and holidays. Training may lead toward advanced Herd Technician designation, with opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to shower daily in facility.

Responsibilities

• Feeds, waters, vaccinates animals and performs general husbandry.
• Assists in moving animals to maintain efficient flows.
• Sanitizes and washes areas using high-pressure equipment.
• Processes piglets: medications, castration, docking tails, ear notching.
• Maintains production records and department logs.
• Follows SOPs, manuals, or training guides as required.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Maintains barn and office cleanliness.

Skills

Teamwork

Hard physical labor

Follow instructions

On-call availability

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians with daily animal care and farm tasks. You will help feed, vaccinate, and monitor the welfare of pigs, support movements, and help maintain a clean, safe environment across the barn.

This role requires physical stamina, ability to follow directions, and willingness to work variable hours, including weekends and holidays. Training may lead toward advanced Herd Technician designation, with opportunities to grow