Harvest - Operator/Loader - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods • Milan, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking team members for our Operator/Loader position on the 1st Shift. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping, hosing down floors, mopping, 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
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Competitive Starting Pay - $22.70/hour
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

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