Livestock Herd Technician — Pig Farm Care

Smithfield Foods; Wakefield (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods seeks a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians in caring for cattle and other farm animals at the Wakefield, VA site. You will support animal health, feeding, and movement while maintaining sanitation and equipment upkeep.

The role requires the ability to perform hard physical labor, work a 48-hour average week, and be available for weekends, evenings, and holidays. Training for advanced technician designation may be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with livestock handling is helpful.
• Must be able to perform hard physical labor.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Willingness to shower daily on/off site.
• Ability to work a 48-hour average week, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks.
• Maintains flexibility to adapt to farm leadership directions.
• Assists in moving animals and managing flows.
• Sanitizes and washes farm areas with high pressure equipment.
• Processes piglets (injections, castration, docking tails, ear notching).
• Maintains production records and updates department files.
• Takes care of animal health with medications and treatments as needed.
• Follows SOPs, manuals, and training guides.

Skills

High School diploma

Hard physical labor

Teamwork

On-call readiness

48-hour week willingness

Follow instructions

Daily shower

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods seeks a Herdsperson to assist Herd Technicians in caring for cattle and other farm animals at the Wakefield, VA site. You will support animal health, feeding, and movement while maintaining sanitation and equipment upkeep.

The role requires the ability to perform hard physical labor, work a 48-hour average week, and be available for weekends, evenings, and holidays. Training for advanced technician designation may be provided.