Job Description

Prestage Farms is seeking for a dependable and motivated Hog Loader with the potential to advance into a crew leadership role This position is responsible for the safe, humane, and efficient loading of hogs for transportation, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare, biosecurity, and teamwork. The ideal candidate will have prior livestock handling experience and demonstrate leadership qualities that can grow into supervising a team of loaders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the loading of market swine.
• Open gates and move marked swine to the truck driver and holding area according to instructions.
• Adjust loading ramp and assist truck driver when backing his or her vehicle.
• Supervise the cleanup of truck, cutting boards, boots, etc.
• Responsible for the accountability of daily paperwork.

Requirements

• Valid Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operational procedures, and maintenance manuals.
• Capable of writing routine reports and professional correspondence.
• Comfortable speaking to groups such as employees, growers, or visitors.
• Strong math skills, including the ability to work with fractions, decimals, percentages, and interpret data such as bar graphs.
• Previous experience handling livestock (hogs preferred) in production or transportation settings.
• Solid understanding of animal welfare and handling best practices
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in physically demanding, fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance record are essential.

Benefits

In addition to very competitive pay, employees of Prestage Farms receive:

• Sick Pay
• Vacation Pay
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Plan
• Voluntary Medical Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance options such as Dental, Vision, Etc.

For more information on our team here at Prestage Farms, click here: https://www.prestagefarms.com/our-team