Livestock Coordinator

Smithfield Foods; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package Available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Livestock Coordinator in Sioux Falls, SD, who will ensure the efficient movement of animals while maintaining high welfare standards.

This hands-on role is vital in supporting plant operations and requires a high school diploma and 2+ years of livestock handling experience. The successful candidate will work closely with the Hog Barn Supervisor and assist with compliance and operational support.

A relocation package is available, and Smithfield fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of verifiable livestock handling experience required.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations.
• Captive bolt trained to euthanize downed pigs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and efficient movement of animals.
• Monitor conditions for proper animal handling.
• Support Hog Barn Supervisor and lead the Hog Receiver team.

Skills

Livestock handling experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read and interpret safety documents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

Value You’ll Bring

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As a Livestock Coordinator at Smithfield Foods, you’ll be an essential part of the livestock operations team, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of animals from the receiving area to holding pens. This hands‑on role plays a key part in maintaining animal welfare standards, supporting plant operations, and helping Smithfield deliver on its commitment to quality and care.

What You’ll Do

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Livestock Receiving and Handling: Receives, unloads, and sorts hogs based on quality and weight. Moves hogs from trucks to holding pens in a safe and efficient manner. Identifies (tattoos), scales, and accurately counts livestock, including tracking any dead or non-ambulatory animals. Processes outgoing livestock as needed.

• Animal Welfare and Compliance: Monitors yard and truck conditions to ensure proper handling, following all corporate and governmental standards. Performs livestock handling and animal welfare audits to ensure ethical treatment and compliance. Completes PQA, TQA, and other required animal handling and safety training.

• Team Leadership and Operational Support: Supports the Hog Barn Supervisor and takes a leadership role with the Hog Receiver team. Delegates work tasks and assists with conflict resolution as directed by the Supervisor or Manager. Establishes and documents kill/harvest schedules to meet both operational needs and animal handling requirements.

What We’re Seeking

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years verifiable livestock handling experience, required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree considered in lieu of experience.
• Producer Quality Assurance and Truckers Quality Assurance, preferred.
• USDA Bonded, preferred.
• Bobcat Safety Training Certificate, preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Captive bolt trained to euthanize downed pigs.

Other Skills That Make You Stand Out

• Strong math skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize daily work assignments and manage time wisely.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non‑weather related), extreme cold and heat (non‑weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment can be loud when in the production area.
• Frequently required to move and/or lift 100 pounds and occasionally required to move and/or lift more than 50 pounds.
• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Relocation Package Available

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357‑1595.