Equipment Operator - Shipping - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Orange City, IA

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is hiring an Equipment Operator for its shipping operation. The role works with meat cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for consumers. It requires technical knowledge of computerized equipment and supports safe, high-quality food production, an efficient production line, and teamwork. The position is physically demanding and requires good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail. Employees must work their scheduled shift and may be required to work 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. Other duties may be assigned. The posting lists competitive starting pay of $22.80 per hour, a $1.00-per-hour second-shift differential, and says a relocation package is not available.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Technical knowledge of computerized equipment.
Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform continuous or 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.
Ability to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts; use a knife if trained; work in cold areas of approximately 20–40 degrees and/or warm areas over 100 degrees; and work in wet, humid, noisy environments and around strong odors.
Ability to wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, steel-toed safety shoes, and other personal protective equipment; and work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals.
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.

Responsibilities

Operate meat cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products.
Support safe, high-quality food production and help maintain a safe and efficient production line.
Work cooperatively with coworkers and follow oral and written instructions.
Work the scheduled shift and, depending on production demands, overtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.