Harvest - Operator/Loader

Smithfield Foods•Milan, MO

31d•$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.

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