About this opportunity
Missouriagconnection lists this LIVE PORK VETERINARIAN - Central or Southern MO opportunity in columbia township, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title
Live Pork Veterinarian
Reporting to
Multiplication Regional Director
Job Status
Salaried
Position
Hybrid Remote
Direct Reports
None
Service Area
Arkansas and Missouri
Location
The applicant should reside in Southern or Central MO region or be willing to relocate.
Job Summary
JBS Live Pork is looking for a talented Live Pork Veterinarian. This role will be a member of the multiplication region leadership team and responsible for the health of 26,000 sows and their offspring, which produce replacements for the commercial regions. The veterinarian must be able to interpret and respond to production‑limiting diseases by developing, training, and executing effective strategies to support regional success while working collaboratively with the JBS veterinary team.
Essential Job Functions
Investigate, assess, formulate, and present solutions to address health issues
Provide visit summaries and recommendations to the production team
Conduct routine health checks
Implement treatment and vaccination strategies
Ensure regulatory compliance
Perform diagnostic testing and interpret results
Build and maintain effective relationships with consulting veterinarians and industry partners
Monitor biosecurity compliance
Maintain VCPR with production locations
Schedule and conduct health‑related technical training such as postmortem labs, biosecurity training, and vaccination training
Stay current on the latest industry developments, research, and best practices
Participate on various internal teams to provide guidance on industry requirements
All other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) from an accredited school
Eligible for veterinary licensure and USDA accreditation in Missouri and Arkansas
Competent in management of swine diseases and a working knowledge of farrow‑to‑finish management
Ability to work well in group settings and independently
Excellent communication skills
On‑farm activities expected multiple days per week
Working Conditions / Environment
General: Both climate‑controlled office and environmentally controlled confined livestock facilities
Farm visits may involve dust, odors, and other hazardous conditions
Summer temperatures can exceed 100°F for the entire scheduled workday
Winter temperatures can drop below 0°F for the entire scheduled workday
Exposure to various elements inherent to agriculture production
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, occasional climbing or balancing, occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, frequent speaking and hearing, occasional tasting or smelling
Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs
Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration
Noise level usually moderate but can be extreme at times
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, and 6 company‑observed holidays
401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
Better Futures Program: Online classes or select 2‑Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents
Leadership Fundamental Program: Opportunity to grow your career through leadership training
Incentive Pay: Eligible to participate in the company's annual bonus plan; amount varies and is subject to standard terms and conditions of the incentive program
Travel
Regular day travel, occasional overnight travel
EEO Statement
EOE, including disability/vets
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Who can apply
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