Stuffing Machine Operator - 2nd shift - M-F, 3pm - 11:30pm / Heavy Lifting

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $24.19/hour $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and more Education benefit available to full and part‑time team members upon meeting eligibility requirements Opportunities for career growth and professional development

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate hand‑, leg‑, or foot‑activated valve to stuff sausage into casings or molds. Position on sticks and hang product to trees or trucks. Check and set proper stuffer controls; select and position proper stuffing horn. Soak and untie bundles of casings when necessary. Bring vats of meat to stuffer, dump meat into stuffer, and unload meat into stuffer. Place casings on horns of stuffers. Operate stuffing machine, hang product, service stuffers, clean buckets; perform all part of rotation of jobs. Perform other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below describe the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team‑oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

Stuffing machine, hand dolly, buckets, and electric dolly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. Must be able to climb on top of stuffer with use of steps and an open bucket of meat. Must be able to push loaded trees of sausage weighing about 900 lbs on rail system.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT/TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Bump cap, hair/beard net, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, apron, and safety shoes.

MANDATORY TRAINING/COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED

Proper lifting, Lock/Tag/Try Authorized, PIT, Elevator, and PPE. 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. Relocation Package Available IndSPR-Ops EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Smithfield Foods