Smithfield
Grinder/HighLift-1stShift
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“Grinder/High Lift - 1st Shift at Smithfield. Skills: Powered Equipment Operation, Production Support, Safety Compliance. Operate powered equipment. Support movement of product”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet standards for safety; Meet standards for quality; Meet standards for teamwork
Industry & Context.
Must be at least 18 years of age, Physically demanding, Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees), Work in warm areas (over 100 degrees), Work in an environment that is wet and humid, Work in a noisy environment, Work around smells/odors, Repetitive movement, Stand for up to 12-hour shift, Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts, 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 objects using mechanical assistance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to work with a box cutter, Ability to work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees), Ability to work in warm areas (over 100 degrees), Ability to work in an environment that is wet and humid, Ability to work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, Ability to work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), Ability to work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Ability to work around smells/odors, Ability to climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms, Ability to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift, Ability to walk long distances, Ability to perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms, Ability to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift, Ability to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts, Ability to work their scheduled shift, Ability to work overtime depending on production demands, Certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, Lifting of objects using mechanical assistance, Close vision, Distance vision, Ability to adjust focus
What You'll Do.
Operate powered equipment
Support movement of product
Perform essential production tasks
Contribute to positive work environment
Maintain safe production line
Ensure products reach families
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Supporting coworkers; Contributing to teamwork
Communication Scope
Understand and follow oral instructions; Understand and follow written instructions
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 – $22.50/hour * Shift start time: 3:30 AM * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. * Education benefit available to full-time and part-time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development **The Value You’ll Bring** As a Powered Equipment Operator team member at Smithfield Foods, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic will help us meet our standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day. You’ll contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensure our products reach families across America. Your dedication and willingness to learn will make a real difference—both to your team and to our mission of delivering good food, responsibly. **What You’ll Do** Powered Equipment Operators will work with forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, powered industrial trucks to support movement of product throughout
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