General Production - 2nd Shift ($1.00/hr Shift Differential)

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

About The Position

General Laborer team members at Smithfield Foods perform essential production tasks to support the safe, high-quality processing of meat products. The role involves using hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment. Team members help maintain a safe and efficient production line, meet safety and quality standards, and support their coworkers. The work can be physically demanding and requires good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Employees must work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Process meat products using hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment.
Perform essential production tasks while following safety and quality standards.
Support coworkers and help maintain a safe and efficient production line.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Work the scheduled shift and overtime when required by production demands.
Perform other duties as assigned.