Research Farm Technician - Ag Exempt

Smithfield Foods, Inc.•Garland, NC

33d•$18•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 Hourly Rate: $17.50 Assists technical support specialist in the implementation of various research protocols. Tasks include, but not limited to handling and weighing pigs of all sizes, sample collection, work directly with production staff, maintenance of research equipment, data entry and maintain data integrity. Support the Mission of Smithfield Hog Production by providing for the care of all animals at any company facility, particularly their health, growth, and breeding.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Agriculture or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Advanced computer skills with experience using Microsoft Excel and Word
Team leadership skills
Ability to record and enter data accurately
Must be able to work an average 48-hour week, which can vary frequently
Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed
Excellent communication and organizational skills
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.

Nice To Haves

Previous livestock experience
Previous research experience a plus
Strong commitment to team
Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility

Responsibilities

Follow the safety requirements of the Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS).
Learn, understand and implement all policies and procedures that relate to Bio-security.
Abide by all company policies, procedures and guidelines as directed by supervisor.
Flexibility with a willingness to change plans according to the direction of supervisor.
Work as a team player by accomplishing daily data collection tasks and requirements to accomplish department goals.
Accurate data entry in Microsoft Excel.
Quality check data integrity in Microsoft Excel.
Assist in moving animals of various sizes.
Wash and properly store all research equipment after daily use.
Monitor equipment and supply inventory.
Assist with data recording using either electronic data equipment or handwritten.
Responsible for daily tasks: pen counts, feeding using an automated feed system, maintenance of equipment, data entry, quality checking data, and monitoring pig health.
Communicate daily with production farm staff on data collection requirements.
Follow the Standard Operating Procedures, Production Manuals, or Appropriate Training Guides as required.
Assist with maintaining barn, office cleanliness, and laundry duties.
Follow the Company's animal welfare policies and procedures including: providing a physical environment that meets the animal's needs, providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed, providing humane treatment of the animals, providing identification and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care and following the guidelines for euthanasia.
Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures.
Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and how it applies to their specific worksite.
Responsible for understanding all safety requirements of the job and for performing the job in compliance with the safety requirements.
All other duties as assigned necessary for the care of in the swine and/or the swine facility.
Use of Personal Protective Equipment
Lockout/Tagout, Affected/Awareness Level