Equipment Operator - Shipping - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods•Orange City, IA

About The Position

The Equipment Operator - Shipping role is a production position at Smithfield Foods. Machine Operator team members work with meat cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for consumers. The role requires technical knowledge of computerized equipment and involves physically demanding work requiring hand-eye coordination and attention to detail. Operators support safe, high-quality food production, coworkers, and an efficient production line. Team members must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime based on production demands. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Possess technical knowledge of computerized equipment.
Have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Be able to perform continuous or repetitive movements, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
Be able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Be willing and able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts, and use a knife if trained.
Be able to work in cold areas (approximately 20–40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees), as well as wet and humid environments.
Be able to wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, steel-toed safety shoes, and other required personal protective equipment in noisy environments.
Be able to work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals and around strong smells or odors.
Be able to climb and move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms; bend, stoop, and twist repetitively; and walk long distances.
May need certification to operate equipment required for the position.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 pounds, single lifting of objects up to 60 pounds, or lifting with mechanical assistance.
Be able 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 safe, high-quality food production and an efficient production line.
Work collaboratively with coworkers and contribute to a positive work environment.
Follow oral and written instructions and applicable safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.