Utility- 1st & 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Nashville, TN

2d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient setup, inspection, and operation of equipment and machinery used to process meat products. Team members follow standard operating procedures, complete production-related paperwork, and meet product specifications. General Production team members perform essential production tasks to help deliver safe, high-quality food, support coworkers, maintain a safe and efficient production line, and contribute to teamwork and a positive work environment. The work involves hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment used to process meat products. The position requires working six days a week; overtime may be required depending on production demands. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform continuous or repetitive movements, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
• Able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
• Able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
• Able to work with a knife if trained.
• Able to work in cold areas of approximately 20–40 degrees and/or warm areas above 100 degrees.
• Able to work in wet and humid conditions, noisy environments, and around strong smells or odors.
• Able to wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, steel-toed safety shoes, and other required personal protective equipment.
• Able to work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals.
• Able to climb and move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms; bend, stoop, and twist repetitively; and walk long distances.
• May require certification to operate equipment used in the position.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting of up to 30 pounds, single lifting of objects up to 60 pounds, or lifting with mechanical assistance.
• Able to work the scheduled shift and six days per week; overtime may be required depending on production demands.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently set up, inspect, and operate equipment and machinery used in meat processing.
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete production-related paperwork.
• Meet product specifications and support safe, high-quality food production.
• Use hand tools, knives (if trained), machinery, and other equipment to process meat products.
• Help maintain a safe and efficient production line and support coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $25.35 per hour.
• Second-shift differential of $1.00 per hour.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement benefits.
• Education benefit available to full- and part-time team members beginning on their first day of employment.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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