Hog Receiver

Smithfield Foods • Crete, NE

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About The Position

The Hog Receiver is responsible for the safe, efficient, and humane handling of livestock arriving at the facility. The role coordinates the movement of hogs from the receiving area to holding pens while following animal-welfare and safety standards, including PQA and TQA protocols. The position involves active, hands-on work and collaboration with a team focused on animal care and workplace safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily.
• Ability to move and/or lift 50 pounds frequently and more than 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to meet the position’s vision requirements, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in the agriculture industry.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize daily work assignments, and manage time wisely.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable, team-oriented approach and ability to build strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and sort hogs by quality and weight.
• Move hogs from trucks to holding pens safely and efficiently.
• Identify hogs by tattooing, weigh and accurately count livestock, and track dead or non-ambulatory animals.
• Process outgoing livestock as needed.
• Monitor yard and truck conditions to ensure proper handling and compliance with corporate and governmental standards.
• Perform animal-welfare audits to support the ethical treatment of livestock.
• Complete PQA, TQA, and other required animal-handling and safety training.
• Communicate with team members and management to support smooth operations and address issues in real time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED