Smithfield
ProductionAssociate
“Production Associate at Smithfield. Handle materials. Use hand tools, knives, machinery, and equipment”
Industry & Context.
Physically demanding work, Available to work scheduled hours, Mandatory overtime
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 18 years of age, Understand and follow oral and written instructions, Perform a 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 (if trained), 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, 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 physically demanding work
Work mandatory overtime
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration
Communication Scope
Communication
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