Smithfield

HerdspersonTraineeLaborer

Yuma, Colorado, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Herdsperson Trainee Laborer at Smithfield. Skills: animal care, farm tasks, animal husbandry. Feed, water, vaccinate animals. Perform general animal husbandry tasks”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure the welfare/well-being of the animals

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

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, 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

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.

Perform general animal husbandry tasks

Assist in routine animal care

Assist in general farm tasks

Ensure animal welfare

Operate farm equipment

Care for animal health

Care for animal growth

Care for animal breeding

Assist in moving animals

Maintain efficient animal flows

Sanitize and wash farm areas

Maintain production information

Update department records

Follow Standard Operation Procedures

Follow Production Manuals

Follow Appropriate Training Guides

Assist with facility maintenance

Assist with equipment maintenance

Maintain barn cleanliness

Maintain office cleanliness

Perform laundry duties

Follow animal welfare policies

Provide humane treatment

Identify animals needing health care

Treat animals needing health care

Follow euthanasia guidelines

Comply with environmental laws

Comply with safety laws

Comply with biosecurity laws

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with other Herd Technicians; Work with farm leadership; Work with others in fast paced environment; Build working relationships; Build a positive work environment

Communication Scope

communication

Full Job Description

**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** 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. **Apply Now!** ## Your Opportunity The Herdsperson assists other Herd Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks to ensure the welfare/well-being of the animals. Tasks include farm sanitation, animal removal, and animal movement. Employee may operate mowers, tractors, trucks, bus, and other farm equipment as directed. May be in training for advanced Herd Technician designation. The Herdsperson position will also provide for the care of all animals at the designated work site, particularly their health, growth, and breeding. ## Core Responsibilities * Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures. * Maintains flexibility with a willingness to change plans according to the direction of farm leadership. * Assists in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows. * Sanitizes and washes multiple areas on the farm using high pressure equipment. * Processes piglets, which includes: Injecting medications, castrating, docking tails, and ear notching. * Maintains accurate production information and update all department records as required. * Treats sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals by injection, oral application, and/or other methods as required. * Follows the Standard Operation Procedures, Pr

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