Smithfield Foods · 4 hours ago
Assoc Veterinarian PMO
Princeton, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to promote process improvement focused on disease prevention and enhance the health of the system by diagnosing and treating diseases of swine.
Food and BeverageHospitality
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
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
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Candidate in their last semester of school or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited school, required
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
Previous livestock handling helpful
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
Must be able to frequently climb over, under, and around penning
Must be able to walk and stand on concrete for 3 to 4 hours per day, walking down narrow alleys and in and out of narrow penning
Must be able to walk an occasionally up to 1 –2 miles per day
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a limited basis
Must be able to occasionally work in situations two feet above the floor in a leaned-over or squatted position
Must be tolerable and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry
Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i.e. penicillin)
Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions
Preferred
Access, Internet is preferred
Benefits
Relocation Package Available
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
Founded in 1936
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
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