Raw Machine Operator II - 1st Shift

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

The raw production line machine operator performs a variety of functions including but not limited to the operation and assembly of high-speed raw equipment such as the grinder, blender, and final grinder, completion of daily production and/or QA paperwork. Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and within the quality parameters established.

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

• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $23.35/hour

• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.

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

Core Responsibilities
Responsible for safe operation of raw production line(s) to deliver a product that meets the customers' expectations. Follows Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.

• Machine set up and take down

• Inspects meat for foreign material

• Performs blade checks every 2 hours

• Follow allergen control procedures

• Performs machine wash between production change-overs and validates proper cleanliness by following specific change-over procedures

• Retools equipment during changeovers

• Follows GMPs & Safety rules and policies

• Participates in job rotation in assigned line to support of machine operators as necessary

• Other duties as assigned

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.

Qualifications
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.

• High School or an equivalent combination of education preferred, a combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of High School or equivalent Diploma.

• Knowledge and experience in Food Industry is a plus but not necessary.

• Previous experience with GMPs and other Food Safety and Quality requirements preferred.

• Ability to follow Safety Rules and requirements when working in dangerous areas or with power equipment

• Ability to learn to accurately read and understand batch cards

• Ability to use a calculator to perform basic math equations for precision measurements

• Ability to work from written and/or verbal instructions

• Ability to work with others and as a team

• Ability to learn while training with an experienced Packaging Machine Operator

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work indoors in a mixing production facility and to be exposed to the smell and dust of different raw spices as these are being blended into commercial formulas.

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 757-357-1595.