What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd shift Layout Slicer Operator position at Smithfield Foods?
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Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:
- Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $23.54/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
Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:
* Inspects bellies.
* Examines bellies for broken comb ends, bone chips, hair roots and foreign materials.
* Loads bellies shoulder first, end to end on Slicer, as directed.
* Starts and stops Slicer as necessary.
* Cleans out Slicer when malfunctioning.
* Replaces paper rolls on spindle when used up.
* Threads paper into feed mechanism properly.
* Cleans area and machine as prescribed by leadership.
* Notifies Line Service person if low on pressed belly supply.
* Keep the line supplied with product.
* Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.
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 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
* Slicer, Bacon Press and air hose.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* 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 25lbs.
* No job rotation.
Safety Equipment/Training Requirement
* Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, mesh glove,
arm guard, hearing and foot protection.
Mandatory Training/Competency to be Earned
Proper lifting, PPE and GMP
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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.
Smithfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.
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