Packaging Operator - 3rd Shift

Location: St. Charles

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 your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. 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. Apply Now! Your
 Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for
 great benefits packages:
Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.50/hour
 $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions Comprehensive
 Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefit available to
 full-time and part-time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility
 requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and
 professional development. The Value You’ll Bring As a Machine Operator team
 member at Smithfield Foods, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe,
 high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your
 coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic will
 help us meet our standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day.  You’ll
 contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient
 production line, and ensure our products reach families across America. Your
 dedication and willingness to learn will make a real difference—both to your
 team and to our mission of delivering good food, responsibly.  What You’ll Do
 Machine Operators will work with meat cutting/packaging machines and other
 equipment to process meat products for the consumer. These positions require
 technical knowledge of computerized equipment. Machine Operator positions are
 physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination, and attention to
 detail. Machine Operators must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be
 required to work overtime depending on production demands. Physical Demands &
 Work Environment To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
 perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are
 representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable
 accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential
 functions.  All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must be
 willing and able to:  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 May
 require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required
 for the position  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. The above statements are
 intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
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