Smithfield
HerdspersonTrainee/Laborer
“Herdsperson Trainee/Laborer at Smithfield. Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry. Maintains flexibility with a willingness to change plans”
Industry & Context.
Ability to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics, Ability to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions, 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 to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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, Weekend, evening, and holiday work required, 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
Nice to Have
Previous livestock handing helpful
What You'll Do.
and performs general animal husbandry
Maintains flexibility with a willingness to change plans
Assists in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows
Sanitizes and washes multiple areas on the farm
Maintains accurate production information and update records
Treats sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals
Follows the Standard Operation Procedures
Assists with facility and equipment maintenance
Assists with maintaining barn
Follows the Company’s animal welfare policies
Responsible for complying with all environmental
safety and biosecurity laws
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