Associate Production Resource Specialist (Nursery/Finishing)

The Value You’ll Bring

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. In training to learn all aspects of swine production and management all assigned contract swine units. Ultimately will be responsible for financial and production performance as well as property and personnel management.

What You’ll Do

• Learns, demonstrates capability/knowledge and becomes certified in all farm department areas including fulfilling all the requirements and responsibilities in wean to finish production.
• Gains a solid understanding of and ability to implement company systems such as pig production processes, animal flow, farm health, genetics, husbandry, etc.
• Works as a team player in the accomplishment of daily work requirements and farm goals.
• Develops and establishes rapport/relationships with all personnel and management.
• Develops and prepares required reports on experiences encountered and addresses/shares opportunities for improvement.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by management according to standards.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield LLC subscribes.
• Completes Standardized Training and Assessment Program.
• Incumbent will be responsible for understanding and complying with company IPS, biosecurity, animal welfare, and EMS policies and procedures in the performance of their job duties.
• Reports all environmental, animal care, and biosecurity issues immediately to their supervisor.

What We’re Seeking

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be supportive of the mission of raising swine for human consumption of high-quality pork products.
• Must be able to tolerate and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry.
• Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
• Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment.