IMS Operator - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Orange City, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Machine Operator team member at Smithfield Foods, you will support safe, high-quality food production by performing essential production tasks and working with coworkers. You will operate meat-cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for consumers. The role requires technical knowledge of computerized equipment, reliability, attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and a strong work ethic. You will help maintain a safe and efficient production line and meet standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. The position is physically demanding. You must work your 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 essential functions. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Have technical knowledge of computerized equipment.
Demonstrate 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.
Be willing and able to work with a knife if trained.
Be able to work in cold areas of approximately 20–40 degrees and/or warm areas over 100 degrees, as well as wet and humid conditions.
Be able to wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, and use personal protective equipment in noisy environments.
Be willing and 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.
Be able to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively throughout a shift 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.

Responsibilities

Operate meat-cutting and packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products.
Perform essential production tasks and support coworkers to help deliver safe, high-quality food.
Help maintain a safe and efficient production line and meet safety, quality, and teamwork standards.
Work the scheduled shift and overtime when required by production demands.
Perform other duties as assigned.