Packaging Operator - 2nd Shift

As a Machine Operator team member at Smithfield Foods, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your coworkers. Machine Operators work with meat cutting/packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer. Positions are physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Perform essential production tasks and support coworkers; Work with meat cutting/packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for consumers; Operate computerized equipment; Help maintain a safe and efficient production line; Maintain safety, quality, and teamwork standards; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

At least 18 years of age; Understand and follow oral and written instructions; Perform tasks requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms; Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift; Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts; Work with a knife (if trained); Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees); Work in wet and humid environments; Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes; Work in a noisy environment using PPE; Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals; Work around strong smells/odors; Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms; Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over an entire shift; Walk long distances; Certification may be required to operate various equipment; Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs and single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, or lifting with mechanical assistance; Work the scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands

Nice to have

Attention to detail; Reliability; Strong work ethic; Willingness to learn; Teamwork

Benefits

$1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions; Comprehensive health insurance; Retirement benefits; Education benefit for eligible full-time and part-time team members; Opportunities for career growth and professional development