Dry Room Tech lll

Smithfield Foods•Nashville, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Dry Room Tech lll to join their team. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient set up, inspection, and operation of equipment and machinery used in meat product processing. The position also involves following standard operating procedures, completing production paperwork, and meeting product specifications. Smithfield offers industry-leading wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and professional development. The company emphasizes a culture grounded in core values of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
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) and/or 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 strong 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.
May require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.

Nice To Haves

Good hand-eye coordination.
Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient set up, inspection, and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of meat products.
Following standard operating procedures.
Completing production related paperwork.
Meeting product specifications.
Working with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay - $27.85/hour
$1.00/hour Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Opportunities for career growth and professional development
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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