Forklift Operator, 2nd shift

Smithfield Foods•Harrison, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Powered Equipment Operator at Smithfield Foods, you will support safe, high-quality food production by moving product throughout the facility and assisting coworkers. You will operate forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, and other powered industrial trucks. The role requires meeting specific certifications during the qualification period and contributing to safety, quality, teamwork, and an efficient production line. The work can be physically demanding and requires good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail. You must work your scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Must have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Must be able to work the scheduled shift and may need to work overtime based on production demands.
Must be able to perform continuous or repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
Must be able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Must be able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts; use a box cutter; and work in cold areas (approximately 20–40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees), wet and humid conditions, noisy environments, and areas with strong odors.
Must be able to work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals and wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes; personal protective equipment is used in noisy environments.
Must be able 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 for the position.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of objects up to 60 lbs, or lifting with mechanical assistance.
Must have close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, and other powered industrial trucks to move product throughout the facility.
Support production tasks and coworkers while helping maintain a safe and efficient production line.
Meet required equipment certifications during the qualification period.
Follow oral and written instructions and perform assigned duties satisfactorily.
Perform other duties as assigned.