Tree Stripper - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Lincoln, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Tree Stripper for their 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, helps maintain an efficient production line, and ensures products reach consumers responsibly. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability, core values (gratitude, communication, respect, accountability), and opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Willing and able to maintain yield by executing job tasks with minimal amount of waste.
• Willing and able to read schedule and calculate the correct tree count per product scheduled.
• Willing and able to check product for non-conformances per product specification.
• Willing and able to qualify as a tree pusher through classroom training as well as on the job training.
• Willing and able to operate Lowerator by following the appropriate procedure to ensure employee safety.
• Willing and able to strip product from tree and place on the line in a timely manner to ensure the line has product.
• Willing and able to inspect product per specification prior to placing on the conveyor or table.
• Willing and able to use a stripper knife to open netting or bags on product.
• Must be able to continuously lift product weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to exert maximum muscle force to push trees up to 2000 pounds on a regular basis.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform a task 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Currently employed at Smithfield (log into Workday and submit application through Jobs Hub).

Responsibilities

• Process meat products using hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment.
• Maintain yield by executing job tasks with minimal waste.
• Read schedules and calculate the correct tree count per product.
• Check product for non-conformances according to product specifications.
• Qualify as a tree pusher through classroom and on-the-job training.
• Operate Lowerator following appropriate safety procedures.
• Strip product from trees and place it on the line in a timely manner.
• Inspect product per specification before placing it on the conveyor or table.
• Use a stripper knife to open netting or bags on product.
• Continuously lift product weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Push trees up to 2000 pounds on a regular basis.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching, 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 a wet and humid environment.
• Wear 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 other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.15/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