Tipper Tie Operator - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Lincoln, NE

10d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Tipper Tie Operator for the 2nd shift. This role is crucial in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers. The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and possess a strong work ethic to help meet standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. This position contributes to a positive work environment, maintains a safe and efficient production line, and ensures products reach families across America. The operator will work with hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment to process meat products. These positions can be physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail. Production team members must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Willing and able to arrive at work on time.
• Qualified and trained to perform Lock Out Tag Out on the tipper ties and the Ruckers.
• Able to load netting on horns for tipper ties.
• Able to lift 75 pounds occasionally.
• Able to perform setup of the tipper ties and Ruckers.
• Required to be able to load 8 hams per minute, per tipper tie.
• Must be able to monitor machine operation and settings.
• Must be able to troubleshoot malfunctions with machine.
• Must be able to contact supervisor to resolve difficulties beyond what incumbent is trained/authorized to handle.
• Must understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
• Must be able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
• Must be able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
• Must be able to work with a knife (if trained).
• Must be able to work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees).
• Must be able to work in an environment that is wet and humid.
• Must be able to work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to work around strong smells/odors.
• Must be able to climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift.
• Must be able to walk long distances.
• This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
• Additional essential functions may be applicable to specific jobs.

Nice To Haves

• Currently employed at Smithfield (for internal applications).

Responsibilities

• Load netting on horns for tipper ties.
• Lift 75 pounds occasionally.
• Perform setup of the tipper ties and Ruckers.
• Load 8 hams per minute, per tipper tie.
• Monitor machine operation and settings.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions with machine.
• Contact supervisor to resolve difficulties beyond trained/authorized capabilities.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
• Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
• Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
• Work with a knife (if trained).
• Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees).
• Work in an environment that is wet and humid.
• Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
• Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals.
• Work around strong smells/odors.
• Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms.
• Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift.
• Walk long distances.
• Perform repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Perform single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs.
• Perform lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out on the tipper ties and the Ruckers.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Competitive Starting Pay – $22.90/hour
• $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefits 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