Harvest - Operator/Loader

Smithfield Foods•Milan, MO

2d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.50/hour $1/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. Job Description: General Plant Labor Housekeeping, hosing down floors, moping, sweeping, emptying trash, picking up trash, etc. Shovel and clean up spills in the plant Keep barrels emptied of trash and product Clean equipment from top to bottom Help unstop screw conveyors Cut plastic and product off of screw Keep Floor drains cleaned out and covers on drains Expected to perform other duties as assigned Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Requirements

Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed
Ability to read and write
Ability to climb stairs and silos
Ability to stand for entire shift
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred
Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment
Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment
Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations

Responsibilities

General Plant Labor
Housekeeping, hosing down floors, moping, sweeping, emptying trash, picking up trash, etc.
Shovel and clean up spills in the plant
Keep barrels emptied of trash and product
Clean equipment from top to bottom
Help unstop screw conveyors
Cut plastic and product off of screw
Keep Floor drains cleaned out and covers on drains
Expected to perform other duties as assigned
Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage

Benefits

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.50/hour
$1/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
opportunities for career growth and professional development
robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost
comprehensive training and professional development programs
partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs
leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent
apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program