Smithfield
MaterialHandler-1stShift
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“Material Handler - 1st Shift at Smithfield. Skills: material handling equipment, warehouse management system, pallet building. Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment. Utilize RF units and pick tickets”
What You'll Achieve.
Consistently meet established company production and service level standards
Industry & Context.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually during shift, Ability to consistently meet minimum production standards and company service levels, Must obtain proper powered industrial truck certifications during initial training phase, Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions, Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE), The DC environment will include extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical equipment such as forklifts/hi-lifts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals, Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud, Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception, Frequently required to stand; reach with hands and arms
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually during shift, Ability to consistently meet minimum production standards and company service levels, Must obtain proper powered industrial truck certifications during initial training phase, Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions, Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE)
Nice to Have
Previous experience in a warehouse or with heavy lifting
What You'll Do.
Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment
Utilize RF units and pick tickets
well-built and accurate pallet loads
Ensure item pick accuracy and safety
Understand pallet layers
Read and understand product descriptions
Consistently meet established company production
Utilize good housekeeping processes
Utilize effective food safety measures
Utilize warehouse processes to minimize damage
Inform supervisor of any differences
Wrap the pallet by circling load
Housekeeping during and at the end
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
read, write and communicate in English
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 – $20.55/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. _The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section._ The Material Handler will use material handling equipment and the warehouse management system to build pallets of product for shipment, receive product into the warehouse, put away product in the fill locations and replenish product into slots. ## **Core Responsibilities** * Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment. * Utilize RF units and pick tickets, and receiving documentation. * Build stable, well-built and accurate pallet loads for shipment. * Ensure item pick accuracy and safety of product to prevent damage. * Understand pallet layers, heights, and counting methods used when working with pallets of product. * Read and understand product descriptions, packaging and pick ticket messages.
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