LNM Technician Ruckman Albany

Sfdbrands; Albany (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an LNM Technician to perform crop management and nutrient application across farmland, ensuring environmentally sound practices and adherence to stewardship policies.

The role includes equipment operation, maintenance, record keeping, and on-call availability to handle emergencies. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, reads and speaks English, and prior farm machinery experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and speak the English language.
• Previous experience with farm machinery or heavy equipment.
• Ability to work alone.
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.
• Must be able to work an average 48 hour week, which can vary frequently.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance which may include crawling under equipment or lying on the ground
• Weed eating, spraying, side mowing, bush hogging, discing fields
• Record keeping
• Moving reels, pivots, linear, pumps, or other equipment
• Driving tractor/mowers
• Comply with all Safety (IPS), Bio-Security (BMS) and Environmental (EMS) management systems rules and regulations
• Daily rainfall readings, inspections
• Facilitate spill recoveries with a trash pump
• Winterize equipment AerWaying, setting up pump and suction, and pumping/transferring water or effluent
• Achieve certification with state as spray applicator within one (1) year of hire date
• Must be on call to work in emergency situations
• May perform other duties as assigned

Skills

English language

Work alone

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Farm machinery

Job description

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.

Your Opportunity Hourly Rate: $20.35

The LNM Technician provides crop management and nutrient application to farmland areas in an environmentally sound and sustainable fashion. Ensures all outdoor activities are completed to satisfy Smithfield Hog Production Divisions commitment to farm appearance and stewardship policies.

• General maintenance which may include crawling under equipment or lying on the ground
• Weed eating, spraying, side mowing, bush hogging, discing fields
• Record keeping
• Moving reels, pivots, linear, pumps, or other equipment
• Driving tractor/mowers
• Comply with all Safety (IPS), Bio-Security (BMS) and Environmental (EMS) management systems rules and regulations
• Daily rainfall readings, inspections
• Facilitate spill recoveries with a trash pump
• Winterize equipment AerWaying, setting up pump and suction, and pumping/transferring water or effluent
• Achieve certification with state as spray applicator within one (1) year of hire date
• Must be on call to work in emergency situations

The above 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.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and speak the English language
• Previous experience with farm machinery or heavy equipment
• Ability to work alone.
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.
• Must be able to work an average 48 hour week, which can vary frequently.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• 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.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The farm environment will include wet or humid conditions (weather related), cold and heat (weather and non-weather-related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

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.

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-potent 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.