Stuffing Machine Operator - 2nd shift / 3pm - 11:30pm - HEAVY LIFTING

Smithfield Foods • Cudahy, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Stuffing Machine Operator for the 2nd shift. This role involves operating machinery to stuff sausage into casings or molds, positioning and hanging product, and servicing the stuffing machines. Team members at Smithfield are part of a company that is committed to sustainably feeding people around the world and operates with respect for people, animals, communities, and the planet. The company fosters a culture grounded in gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a strong emphasis on learning, collaboration, and innovation. Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers with opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• 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.
• Must be able to lift up to 70lbs.
• Must be able to climb on top of stuffer with use of steps and an open bucket of meat.
• Must be able to push loaded trees of sausage weighing about 900lbs on rail system.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand, leg or foot activated valve to stuff sausage into casings or molds.
• Position on sticks and hang product to trees or trucks.
• Check and set proper stuffer controls.
• Select and position proper stuffing horn.
• Soak and untie bundles of casings when necessary.
• Service stuffers by bringing vats of meat to stuffer to dumpers and unloading meat into stuffer.
• Place casings on horns of stuffers.
• Operate stuffing machine, hang product, service stuffers, clean buckets, all part of rotation of jobs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $24.19/hour
• $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED