Gilt/Hog Selection Specialist Farmville, Va

Smithfield Foods, Inc.•Wakefield, VA

35d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Compensation $17.00! Driving License & good driving record required! DAYS - Full TIME - Benefits after 90 days. - Advancement opportunities! Responsible for selection of proper numbers and quality of replacement gilts on contract owned facilities. Also includes loading gilts and applying vaccinations. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Valid driver's license and acceptable MVR required.
Must successfully pass all Safety Training and MS Competency tests.
Must be able to report to work on time at designated work site.
PQA certified
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.

Responsibilities

Able to identify quality animals to be utilized as breeding stock.
Must be professional when communicating to contract growers and management.
Responsible for maintaining the equipment used in daily operations.
Follow all biosecurity policies and procedures set forth by Smithfield Midwest Region.
Insures proper handling of animals in compliance with Smithfield Department SOP's, BMS, SIPS, EMS and PQA programs.
Must be able to work effectively in pairs and independently with minimal supervision
Must be able to consistently achieve an average of 2% defects or less on gilts selected
Must understand and follow all loading procedures set forth by Smithfield MW Region.
Responsible for collecting samples and following sample procedures.
Follow vaccination protocol set forth by Health Services.
Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.
Evaluate health and quality of animals and alert management of problems, including soundness scoring.