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Herdsperson at Smithfield Foods

Compensation

$17 – $19/hr

Type
Full-time
Level
entry

Description

Smithfield is hiring a Herdsperson to support Herd Technicians with routine swine care and general farm operations. The role involves feeding, watering, vaccinating, treating, moving, and processing piglets; maintaining sanitation, records, facilities, and equipment; and following animal welfare, biosecurity, environmental, and safety procedures. It pays $16.75 per hour initially, increasing to $18.75 after required certifications, with eligibility for a quarterly bonus after full certification. The position requires physical labor, variable average 48-hour weeks, and weekend, evening, holiday, and emergency on-call availability.

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