Herdsperson - Somerset

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The Nursery-Finishing Farm Technician is responsible for assisting other 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 Technician designation. The Technician position will also provide for the care of all animals at the designated work site, particularly their health and growth.

Core Responsibilities

• Follow the safety requirements of the Injury Prevention System (IPS)
• Learn, understand, and implement all policies and procedures that relate to Biosecurity
• Abide by all company policies, procedures and guidelines as directed by farm leadership
• Works as a team player by accomplishing daily department work requirements and farm goals
• Assist in moving animals and maintaining efficient animal flows
• Sanitize and wash multiple areas on the farm using high pressure equipment
• Feed, water, vaccinate, and perform general animal husbandry tasks including basic veterinary procedures
• Process piglets, which includes : Injecting medications, castrating, docking tails, and ear notching
• Maintain accurate production information and update all department records as required
• Treat sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals by injection, oral application, and / or other methods as required
• Follow the Standard Operation Procedures, Production Manuals, or Appropriate Training Guides as required
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance
• Assist with maintaining barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties
• Follow the Company's animal welfare policies and procedures including : providing a physical environment that meets the animal's needs, providing access to adequate water and high quality feed, providing humane treatment of the animals, providing identification and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care and following the guidelines for euthanasia
• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor
• Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and how it applies to their specific worksite

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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 to perform the essential functions .

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Relocation Package Available

No

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.