Utility- 1st & 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Nashville, TN

3d

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. They perform production tasks using hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment while supporting coworkers and maintaining safety, quality, and teamwork standards. The position requires working six days a week and may require overtime depending on production demands. Employees may be assigned other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform continuous or repetitive movements, including grasping, pinching, and flexing and extending the arms.
• Stand on concrete or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
• Be willing and able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
• Work with a knife if trained.
• Work in cold areas of approximately 20–40 degrees and/or warm areas over 100 degrees.
• Work in wet and humid conditions, noisy environments, and around strong odors.
• Wear a hard hat, hearing and eye protection, steel-toed safety shoes, and other required personal protective equipment.
• Work with sanitation and cleaning chemicals.
• Climb or move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms; bend, stoop, and twist repetitively; and walk long distances.
• May need certification to operate equipment required for the position.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 pounds, single lifting of objects up to 60 pounds, or lifting with mechanical assistance.
• Have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and operate meat-processing equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete production-related paperwork.
• Meet product specifications and support safe, high-quality food production.
• Use hand tools, knives, machinery, and other equipment to process meat products.
• Help maintain a safe and efficient production line and support coworkers.
• Work scheduled shifts and overtime when required by production demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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