JOB SUMMARY:

As a Livestock team member, you will unload handle and move hogs from our barns and facilities, all while following Humane Handling guidelines. This factory position is needed for 8-10 hours a day, including some Saturdays. First shift hours are 6:15am-3:15pm, second from 3:15pm - 12:30am and third shift from 10:00pm - 6:30am.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age
• Experience in safe animal handling practices or willingness to learn about these practices
• Must be able to pass the Pork Checkoff Quality Assurance Test
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to identify risks that could affect the livestock’s well-being
• Capability to react quickly to unpredictable livestock behaviors
• Ability to step in and out of pens with gates multiple times a day working in a fast-paced environment
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions including company policiesprocedures

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handles swine unloading them from semi-trucks and directs them to the barns, while following Humane Animal Handling guidelines.
• Moves hogs from barns into the plant
• Maintains the barn facility in a clean and operating order
• Monitors the health of hogs reporting to supervisor of any changes
• Perform physically demanding work that requires attention to detail, strength, stamina and good hand-eye coordination (while keeping safety as top priority).
• Collaborate with co-workers, supervisors, and managers by maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.