Smithfield Foods
MaterialHandlerQFR
“Material Handler QFR at Smithfield Foods. Skills: Material handling, Powered equipment operation. Support movement of product throughout facility. Meet specific certifications during qualification period”
Industry & Context.
Physically demanding, Work around animal blood, Work in cold areas, Work in warm areas, Work in wet and humid environment, Work in noisy environment, Work with chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Repetitive movement, Repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, Standing for 12-hour shift, Walking long distances, Lifting up to 60 lbs, Overhead lifting up to 30 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, Grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms, Stand on concrete/platforms up to 12-hour shift, Work around animal blood/carcass parts, Work in cold areas (20-40 degrees), Work in warm areas (over 100 degrees), Work in wet and humid environment, Wear hard hat, hearing/eye protection, steel-toed shoes, Work in noisy environment using PPE, Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, platforms, Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively, Walk long distances, Physically demanding work, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting up to 60 lbs, Lifting objects using mechanical assistance, Close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus
Nice to Have
Certification to operate various equipment
What You'll Do.
Support movement of product throughout facility
Meet specific certifications during qualification period
Work overtime depending on production demands
Perform essential production tasks
Contribute to positive work environment
Maintain safe and efficient production line
Ensure products reach families
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