Labeler/Inspector - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Lincoln, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking a General Production team member to play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers. The ideal candidate will be reliable, have attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to help meet standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. This role contributes to a positive work environment, helps maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensures products reach families across America. The position requires dedication and a willingness to learn to make a real difference to the team and the company's mission of delivering good food, responsibly.

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to lift, push, reach, bend, pull or roll product weighing up to 30 pounds continuously.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
Must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands.

Nice To Haves

Good hand-eye coordination
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Reliability

Responsibilities

Work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
Label and inspect 18 Portion packages, 15 Whole hams or 36 by-product packages per minute.
Perform set up and change rolls of labels on label machines.
Identify product non-conformances and grade out accordingly.
Qualify through training to pre-price product following pre-price procedures.
Weigh product on scales per product specification.
Monitor machine operation and settings, make appropriate adjustments to ensure standards set by management are adhered to and to minimize/eliminate waste; contact supervisor to resolve difficulties beyond what incumbent is trained/authorized to handle.
Perform task with product on a moving conveyor.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
Work with a knife (if trained).
Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees).
Work in an environment that is wet and humid.
Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals.
Work around strong smells/odors.
Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms.
Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift.
Walk long distances.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay – $21.25/hour
$1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
Opportunities for career growth
Professional development
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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