Smithfield Foods
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Production Machine Operator
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Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is a $15 billion global food company and the world's largest pork processor and hog producer. In the United States, the company is also the leader in numerous packaged meats categories. Popular brands include Smithfield®, Eckrich®, Nathan’s Famous®, Farmland®, Armour®, Farmer John®, Kretschmar®, John Morrell®, Cook’s®, Gwaltney®, Carando®, Margherita®, Curly’s®, Healthy Ones®, Morliny®, Krakus®, and Berlinki®. Smithfield Foods is committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintains robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental and food safety and quality programs.
A great job and a great future awaits you at Smithfield Foods.
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Your Opportunity Core Responsibilities
Set up and operate various production equipment.
Use computer controls to adjust programs, settings and parameters.
Trouble shoot problems effectively to prevent downtime.
Effectively communicate with Processing Supervisor, Blender Operator, Rework Handler, Trainer and line personnel to maximize efficiency and minimize down time.
Help prepare and conduct effective product changeovers.
Be able to perform minor mechanical adjustments.
Be able to use various tools (screwdriver, hammer, wrench, pliers, etc…)
Take apart production equipment at end of run for sanitation crew.
Follow our color code system in regards to food safety.
Other typical processing duties.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Change or clean grind plates at breaks and lunch.
Read scale in order to maintain proper weight per specification.
Other duties as directed by Supervisor.
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
Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Willingness to add to knowledge base and skillset.
May be required to work long hours and weekends as department and plant operations demand.
Experience in the food industry, 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.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The plant environment 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 in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Production Machine Operator
role at
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is a $15 billion global food company and the world's largest pork processor and hog producer. In the United States, the company is also the leader in numerous packaged meats categories. Popular brands include Smithfield®, Eckrich®, Nathan’s Famous®, Farmland®, Armour®, Farmer John®, Kretschmar®, John Morrell®, Cook’s®, Gwaltney®, Carando®, Margherita®, Curly’s®, Healthy Ones®, Morliny®, Krakus®, and Berlinki®. Smithfield Foods is committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintains robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental and food safety and quality programs.
A great job and a great future awaits you at Smithfield Foods.
Apply Now!
Your Opportunity Core Responsibilities
Set up and operate various production equipment.
Use computer controls to adjust programs, settings and parameters.
Trouble shoot problems effectively to prevent downtime.
Effectively communicate with Processing Supervisor, Blender Operator, Rework Handler, Trainer and line personnel to maximize efficiency and minimize down time.
Help prepare and conduct effective product changeovers.
Be able to perform minor mechanical adjustments.
Be able to use various tools (screwdriver, hammer, wrench, pliers, etc…)
Take apart production equipment at end of run for sanitation crew.
Follow our color code system in regards to food safety.
Other typical processing duties.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Change or clean grind plates at breaks and lunch.
Read scale in order to maintain proper weight per specification.
Other duties as directed by Supervisor.
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
Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Willingness to add to knowledge base and skillset.
May be required to work long hours and weekends as department and plant operations demand.
Experience in the food industry, 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.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The plant environment 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 in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Smithfield Foods by 2x.
Get notified about new Machine Operator jobs in
Kansas City, MO .
#J-18808-Ljbffr