Smithfield
manufacturing
Labeler/Inspector-2ndShift
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“Labeler/Inspector - 2nd Shift at Smithfield. Skills: labeling, inspection, production tasks. Perform essential production tasks. Support coworkers”
What You'll Achieve.
meet our standards for safety, quality, and teamwork
Industry & Context.
physically demanding, good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, work scheduled shift, work overtime, at least 18 years of age, lift, push, reach, bend, pull or roll product weighing up to 30 pounds continuously, perform set up and change rolls of labels on label machines, identify product non-conformances and grade out accordingly, qualify through training to pre-price product, weigh product on scales, monitors machine operation and settings, makes appropriate adjustments, minimize/eliminate contact supervisor, perform task with product on a moving conveyor, understand and follow oral and written instructions, perform task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, 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, 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 while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, work around smells/odors, climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms, bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift, walk long distances, physically demanding work, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
at least 18 years of age, willing and able to label and inspect 18 Portion packages, 15 Whole hams or 36 by-product packages per minute, Ability to lift, push, reach, bend, pull or roll product weighing up to 30 pounds continuously, Able to perform set up and change rolls of labels on label machines, Identify product non-conformances and grade out accordingly, Qualify through training to pre-price product following pre-price procedures, Weigh product on scales per product specification, Monitors machine operation and settings, makes appropriate adjustments, Capable of performing task with product on a moving conveyor, Understand and follow oral and written instructions, Perform a task 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 an environment that is wet and humid, Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms, Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift, Walk long distances, physically demanding work, 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
What You'll Do.
Perform essential production tasks
Contribute to positive work environment
Maintain safe and efficient production line
Ensure products reach families
Process meat products for consumer
Label and inspect packages
Perform set up and change rolls
Identify product non-conformances
Weigh product on scales
Monitor machine operation and settings
Make appropriate adjustments
Minimize/eliminate contact supervisor
Perform task on moving conveyor
Perform repetitive movement
Stand for up to 12-hour shift
Work around animal blood/carcass parts
Work in wet and humid environment
Work in noisy environment
Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals
Work around smells/odors
Climb/move on ladders
and twist repetitively
Perform repetitive overhead lifting
Perform single lifting of heavy objects
Perform lifting using mechanical assistance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
supporting your coworkers; contribute to a positive work environment; collaboration
Communication Scope
communication
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 – $21.25/hour * $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions * 2nd Shift Schedule: 4:20 PM - 12:45 AM * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. * Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. **The Value You’ll Bring** As a General Production 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** General Production employees will work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equip
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