Livestock Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

The Livestock Coordinator is an essential member of the livestock operations team, responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of animals from the receiving area to holding pens. The role supports animal welfare standards and plant operations and helps uphold Smithfield’s commitment to quality and care. The coordinator also supports the Hog Barn Supervisor and takes a leadership role with the Hog Receiver team.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of verifiable livestock handling experience; an associate's or bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of experience.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Captive bolt trained to euthanize downed pigs.
Strong math skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize daily work assignments, and manage time wisely.
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 meet the physical demands of frequently moving and/or lifting 100 pounds and occasionally moving and/or lifting more than 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the essential functions in an environment that may include wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and loud noise.

Nice To Haves

Producer Quality Assurance (PQA) and Truckers Quality Assurance (TQA).
USDA Bonded.
Bobcat Safety Training Certificate.

Responsibilities

Receive, unload, and sort hogs based on quality and weight.
Move hogs from trucks to holding pens safely and efficiently.
Identify hogs by tattooing, weigh them, accurately count livestock, and track dead or non-ambulatory animals.
Process outgoing livestock as needed.
Monitor yard and truck conditions to ensure proper animal handling and compliance with corporate and governmental standards.
Perform livestock handling and animal welfare audits.
Complete PQA, TQA, and other required animal handling and safety training.
Support the Hog Barn Supervisor and provide leadership to the Hog Receiver team.
Delegate work tasks and assist with conflict resolution as directed by the Supervisor or Manager.
Establish and document kill and harvest schedules that meet operational needs and animal handling requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.