Smithfield
Herdsperson
“Herdsperson at Smithfield. Skills: animal care, farm tasks, animal husbandry. Feed animals. Water animals”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure the welfare/well-being of the animals; ensure the health, growth, and breeding of all animals
Industry & Context.
Ability to do hard physical labor, Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility, Must be able to work an average 48-hour work week, Weekend, evening, and holiday work required, Must be on call for emergency situations, Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, Frequently required to walk, use hands to handle or reach with hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics, Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current & valid drivers license, Ability to do hard physical labor, commitment to teamwork, Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility, Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations, Must be able to work an average 48-hour work week, which can vary frequently, Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed, Must be on call for emergency situations, Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment, Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building working relationships and a positive work environment
Nice to Have
Previous livestock handing helpful
What You'll Do.
Perform general animal husbandry tasks
Assist in moving animals
Maintain efficient animal flows
Sanitize and wash multiple areas
Maintain accurate production information
Update all department records
Follow Standard Operation Procedures
Follow Production Manuals
Follow Appropriate Training Guides
Assist with facility maintenance
Assist with equipment maintenance
Assist with maintaining barn cleanliness
Assist with office cleanliness
Perform laundry duties
Follow animal welfare policies
Provide humane treatment of animals
Provide identification and treatment of animals
Follow guidelines for euthanasia
Comply with environmental laws
Comply with safety laws
Comply with biosecurity laws
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assists other Herd Technicians; work well with others; team oriented; building working relationships
Communication Scope
communication
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