Comber - 2nd shift - Heavy Lifting

Join Smithfield

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your opportunity:

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

• Hourly competitive starting pay – $23.78/hour
• $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits and more.
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Core responsibilities:

• Pick up comb and impale flank end of pumped belly, pressing down on comb.
• Pick up belly and comb and hang on hook conveyor.
• Place lot marking tickets on first and last four bellies of each lot.
• Make sure pump is delivering pickle at all times.
• Maintain pickle level in pump tank.
• Hanging bellies to match tree layout spec.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Tools & equipment:

• Combs and aprons.

Physical demands & work environment:

• The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Safety equipment/training requirement:

• Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, wire mesh face shield and safety shoes

Mandatory training/competency to be earned:

• Proper lifting and PPE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Relocation package available:
No

EEO information:

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at .