Rendering Operator
About The Position
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We are looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages. We offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We provide good jobs, take good care of our animals, are good stewards of the environment, and do good in our local communities. Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.
Requirements
- 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
- 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.
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
- Hourly Maintenance Pay – $22.75-$26.75/hour
- $0.25/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth
- Professional development
- Relocation Package Available
- Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
- Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life
- Comprehensive training and professional development programs
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
