Livestock Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Livestock Coordinator to ensure smooth receiving and handling of hogs, uphold animal welfare, and support plant operations in a dynamic environment. This hands-on role requires adherence to safety and quality standards while coordinating the Hog Receiver team.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of livestock experience, a GED or diploma, and preferred QA certifications. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Livestock handling

Math skills

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree considered

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PQA/TQA training

Job description

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.

THE 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

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 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 No 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 veterans 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.

About Smithfield

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. \"Good food. Responsibly.\" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.

Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com.

We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrich and Nathan's Famous, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.