Material Handler / Yard Dog Operator - Nights

Smithfield Foods•Greenville, SC

About The Position

The Bakery Meal Plant Material Handler operates powered industrial vehicles and equipment to transport, load, and unload raw materials and finished products used in the bakery meal production process. The role requires performing tasks in accordance with established procedures for quality, productivity, and safety. The operator follows operating instructions, inspects equipment, maintains housekeeping and inventory, regulates material blending as instructed, spots trailers, and unloads bulk and palletized trailers. Work must follow the site’s Environmental Management System policies and procedures, including promptly reporting environmental issues and following emergency procedures. The position may include other duties as assigned. The work averages 50 hours per week and may include nights, holidays, and weekends when required. Longer hours may be needed based on business needs. The plant environment may involve wet or humid conditions, extreme heat or cold, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and moderate to loud noise. Employees may occasionally lift or move up to 60 pounds and frequently stand, walk, handle items, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Able to work with and around a wide range of bakery waste products, some of which contain allergens such as peanuts.
Able to read and understand common documents in English, including safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Able to work an average of 50-hour weeks, including nights, holidays, and weekends when required; longer hours may be required based on business needs.
Able to acquire and maintain necessary certifications, such as weigh master, forklift, articulated loader, skid steer, or tractor certifications.
Able to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Respectful, approachable, and team oriented, with the ability to build strong working relationships and contribute to a positive work environment.
Able to perform the essential job duties; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating heavy equipment, forklifts, tractors, or other powered industrial vehicles.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating instructions and procedures, including inspecting and safely operating powered industrial vehicles, housekeeping, and inventory management.
Operate powered industrial vehicles in all areas of the plant.
Regulate blending of materials as instructed to achieve specified product consistency and moisture.
Assist with inventory.
Perform assigned housekeeping duties and help maintain order throughout the plant.
Spot trailers for unloading.
Unload bulk and palletized trailers.
Follow environmental policies and procedures, promptly report environmental issues to a supervisor, understand the EMS Policy and job-related significant aspects, and follow appropriate steps during environmental emergencies.
Operate equipment safely to protect company assets and reduce risks to other workers.
Perform other duties as assigned.