2nd Shift Comber - Heavy Lifting

Smithfield Foods•Cudahy, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Comber works in a production plant, handling pumped bellies by impaling them on combs, hanging them on a hook conveyor, marking lots, and monitoring the pickle pump and tank. The role is on 2nd shift and involves heavy lifting. Most work takes place in the plant environment, which includes wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and loud noise. Hearing protection is required at all times in the production area. Required safety equipment includes a bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection or goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, a wire mesh face shield, and safety shoes. Training in proper lifting and personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Complete training in proper lifting and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Pick up a comb and impale the flank end of a pumped belly, pressing down on the comb.
Pick up the belly and comb and hang them on the hook conveyor.
Place lot-marking tickets on the first and last four bellies of each lot.
Ensure the pump is delivering pickle at all times.
Maintain the pickle level in the pump tank.
Hang bellies to match the tree layout specification.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.