2nd Shift Comber - Heavy Lifting

Smithfield Foods•Cudahy, WI
•Onsite

About The Position

The Comber works in Smithfield’s plant environment, handling pumped bellies and hanging them on a hook conveyor according to the required tree layout specification. The role includes marking lots and monitoring pickle delivery and tank levels. The position involves working in wet or humid conditions, extreme cold or heat, near moving mechanical parts, and around fumes or airborne particles and chemicals. The production area is loud, and hearing protection is required at all times. Employees must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • 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.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Complete required training in proper lifting and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.

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.

Benefits

  • Competitive starting pay of $23.78 per hour.
  • $1.00 per hour shift differential for second-shift positions.
  • Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
  • Education benefit for eligible full- and part-time team members.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
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