Veterinarian PMO

Smithfield Foods • Princeton, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Promotes process improvement with a focus on disease prevention in order to improve the health of the system. Diagnoses and treats diseases of swine by performing the following duties. Using CQI/SPC methods, monitors key indicators and formulate intervention strategies to improve system health. Examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury. Treats animal surgically or medically. Test animals for herd health monitoring. Inoculates animals against diseases and other disorders. Ensures that animals meet all federal, state, and local health and welfare regulations. Advises/teaches managers/employees about sanitary measures, feeding, and general care to promote health of animals. Promotes teamwork with all production segments to focus on system mission. Oversees and provides guidance for animal health regulatory issues associated with production and movement of swine. Evaluates new technologies/products as they impact production and animal health. Establishes and maintains relationships for Smithfield Hog Production with academics, animal health organizations and political/health organizations. Be committed to the judicious use of antimicrobials. Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental & animal welfare laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes. Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor. Incumbent will be responsible for understanding and complying with company SIPS, EMS and BMS policies and procedures while performing their job duties. Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site. Performs other duties as assigned by manager. 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

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school, required, Company will consider a currently enrolled Doctor of Veterinary college student with an anticipated graduation by end of the current school year as qualified.
• Eligible to practice veterinary medicine in states where farms are located within 6 months of hire.
• Current and valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• Proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be available for occasional travel.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• Strong Commitment to teamwork.
• Willingness to shower daily in and out of farms.
• 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

• 2+ years experience in veterinary medicine and swine health preferable in large systems, preferred.
• Access, Internet is preferred.
• Previous livestock handling helpful.

Responsibilities

• Using CQI/SPC methods, monitors key indicators and formulate intervention strategies to improve system health.
• Examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury.
• Treats animal surgically or medically.
• Test animals for herd health monitoring.
• Inoculates animals against diseases and other disorders.
• Ensures that animals meet all federal, state, and local health and welfare regulations.
• Advises/teaches managers/employees about sanitary measures, feeding, and general care to promote health of animals.
• Promotes teamwork with all production segments to focus on system mission.
• Oversees and provides guidance for animal health regulatory issues associated with production and movement of swine.
• Evaluates new technologies/products as they impact production and animal health.
• Establishes and maintains relationships for Smithfield Hog Production with academics, animal health organizations and political/health organizations.
• Be committed to the judicious use of antimicrobials.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental & animal welfare laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Understanding and complying with company SIPS, EMS and BMS policies and procedures while performing their job duties.
• Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
• Medical plans with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
• Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Comprehensive training and professional development programs
• LinkedIn Learning access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training
• Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
• Leadership development initiatives
• Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level