Herdsperson Trainee/Laborer - Pyramid Services

About the role

The Pyramid Services person will be responsible for maintaining grounds around farm including but not limited to mowing, spraying weeds, mortality removal and trash removal. Other duties include tractor use for mortality removal, biosecurity measures at gate, and live animal production responsibilities. Assists other Herd Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks to ensure the welfare/well-being of the animals.

Responsibilities

• Maintains grounds around farm including mowing, spraying weeds, mortality removal and trash removal.
• Tractor use for mortality removal, biosecurity measures at gate, and live animal production responsibilities.
• Assists other Herd Technicians in routine animal care and general farm tasks.
• Feeds, waters, vaccinates, and performs general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures.
• 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, Production Manuals, or Appropriate Training Guides as required.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Assists with maintaining barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties.
• Responsible for complying with all environmental, safety and biosecurity laws and procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Strong 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• 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.
• Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i.e. penicillin).
• Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions.

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry practices.
• Basic veterinary procedures.
• Environmental, safety, and biosecurity compliance.

Benefits

Smithfield offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. For more details, please refer to the company’s benefits guide.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $XX,XXX - $XXXX per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and market rates.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend and evening work required. Specific hours will be discussed during the interview process.