Material Handler- 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • North East, MD

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About The Position

As a Material Handler/Powered Equipment Operator at Smithfield Foods, you will support safe, high-quality food production by moving products throughout the facility and helping maintain a safe, efficient production line. The role calls for reliability, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn and work cooperatively with others. Candidates must meet specified equipment certifications during the qualification period. The work can be physically demanding and requires good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to work their scheduled shift; overtime may be required depending on production demands.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to work the scheduled shift; overtime may be required depending on production demands.
• Must be willing and able to perform continuous or repetitive movements, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
• Must be able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift, walk long distances, and climb or move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively throughout a shift.
• Must be able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts; in cold areas of approximately 20–40 degrees and/or warm areas above 100 degrees; in wet and humid conditions; around strong odors; and with sanitation and cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment while wearing personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
• May need certification to operate equipment required for the position.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 pounds, lifting heavy objects up to 60 pounds, or lifting objects with mechanical assistance.
• Must have close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Move product throughout the facility using forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, and powered industrial trucks.
• Support production tasks and coworkers while helping maintain a safe and efficient production line.
• Meet required equipment certifications during the qualification period.
• Follow oral and written instructions and comply with workplace safety and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $22.20 per hour.
• $1.00 per hour second-shift differential.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Education benefit for full- and part-time Smithfield team members who meet eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed