Equipment Operator - Shipping - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods•Orange City, IA

21h

About The Position

As a Machine Operator team member at Smithfield Foods, you will operate meat cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for consumers. The work requires technical knowledge of computerized equipment, attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, reliability, and a strong work ethic. Operators support coworkers and help maintain a safe, efficient production line while meeting food safety and quality standards. The role is physically demanding, requires working the scheduled shift, and may require overtime depending on production demands. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Technical knowledge of computerized equipment is required.
Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform continuous and repetitive movements, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
Ability to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Willingness and ability to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
Ability to work with a knife if trained.
Ability to work in cold areas (approximately 20–40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees), and in wet and humid conditions.
Ability to wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, and to work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment.
Ability to work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals and around strong smells or odors.
Ability to climb and move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms; bend, stoop, and twist repetitively; and walk long distances.
May require certification to operate equipment used in the position.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 pounds, single lifts of objects up to 60 pounds, or lifting with mechanical assistance.
Ability to work the scheduled shift; overtime may be required depending on production demands.

Responsibilities

Operate meat cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products.
Support coworkers and contribute to a safe, efficient production line.
Meet safety and quality standards and follow oral and written instructions.
Work the scheduled shift and, when required by production demands, overtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.