Herdsperson Trainee/Laborer-57861 - Smithfield Foods : Job Details

Hourly Rate: $16.00/hr. 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,...Laborer, Trainee, Animal, Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing