Smithfield
GeneralProduction-1stShift
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“General Production - 1st Shift at Smithfield. Handle materials. Use hand tools”
Industry & Context.
Physically demanding work, Work around animal blood, Work with a knife, Work in cold areas, Work in warm areas, Work in wet and humid environment, Work in noisy environment, Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 18 years of age, Understand and follow oral and written instructions, Perform task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, Stand for up to 12-hour shift, Work around animal blood/carcass parts, Work with a knife, Work in cold areas, Work in warm areas, Work in wet and humid environment, Wear hard hat, hearing/eye protection, steel-toed safety shoes, Work in noisy environment, Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms, Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively, Walk long distances, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, Lifting of objects using mechanical assistance
What You'll Do.
Deliver good food responsibly
Perform physically demanding work
Work mandatory overtime
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** ## ## Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: * ## Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – **$23.50/hour** * ## Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. * ## Education benefit available to full- and part time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. ## Core Responsibilities Production employees at Smithfield handle materials and use hand tools, knives, machinery, and equipment to help deliver good food responsibly to America’s dinner table. Production team members at Smithfield perform physically demanding work that requires good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, strength and stamina. Team members must be available to work scheduled hours, which may include mandatory overtime, depending upon production demands. ## Qualifications _To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. _ All applicants must be at least 18 years
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