Smithfield Foods
food
Harvest-Operator/Loader-3rdShift
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“Harvest - Operator/Loader - 3rd Shift at Smithfield Foods. General Plant Labor. Housekeeping, hosing down floors, moping, sweeping, emptying trash, picking up trash”
Industry & Context.
Ability to climb stairs and silos, Ability to stand for entire shift, Relocation Package Available
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed, Ability to read and write, Ability to climb stairs and silos, Ability to stand for entire shift, Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment, Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building working relationships and a positive work environment
Nice to Have
Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment, Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment, Good mechanical aptitude and equipment skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment, Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations
What You'll Do.
Shovel and clean up spills in the plant
Keep barrels emptied of trash and product
Clean equipment from top to bottom
Help unstop screw conveyors
Cut plastic and product off of screw
Keep Floor drains cleaned out and covers on drains
Perform other duties as assigned
Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage
Full Job Description
****If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**** A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. **Apply Now!** **Your Opportunity** A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the world’s largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: * Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.50/hour * $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. **Job Description** * General Plant Labor * Housekeeping, hosing down floors, moping, sweeping, emptying trash, picking up trash, etc. * Shovel and clean up spills in the plant * Keep barrels emptied of trash and product * Clean equipment from top to bottom * Help unstop screw conveyors * Cut plastic and product off of screw * Keep Floor drains cleaned out and covers on drains * Expected to perform other duties as assigned * Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage **Qualifications** * Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred * Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipmentGood mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment * Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations * Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed * Ability to read and write * Ability to climb stairs
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