Hog Loader - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Clinton, NC

About The Position

The Hog Loader works with other loaders to sort and drive finishing animals from pens to trucks, with particular care for animal welfare and proper handling. The role involves loading animals safely, productively, and efficiently; maintaining equipment and crew vehicles; respecting growers’ property; and representing the company well. The employee must comply with company environmental, biosecurity, safety, emergency notification, and personal protective equipment policies. The role may also include training other loading employees and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to do hard physical labor.
Strong commitment to teamwork.
Ability to use loading equipment and tools.
Ability to work day or night shifts.
Must be supportive of the mission of raising swine for human consumption of high-quality pork products.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous livestock handling experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

Sort and load animals productively, safely, and efficiently.
Use a herding board to move animals from pens to the aisle.
Count animals onto the truck.
Maintain the cleanliness of crew vehicles and equipment.
Respect growers’ property and equipment.
Present a good company image.
Understand and comply with company environmental, biosecurity, and safety policies and procedures.
Read and understand the company emergency notification process and review the policy at the work site.
Comply with Smithfield PPE policies.
Assist in training other loading employees as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.