Rendering Operator

Full Time
Godwin, NC 28344
Posted
Job description
Job Locations: US-NC-Godwin Your Opportunity:
A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the world’s largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States, we’re a $16 billion global food company with more than 55,000 employees. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:
Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $17/hour
  • (2nd) $1/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
Core Responsibilities:
  • General Plant Labor
  • Housekeeping, hosing down floors, moping, sweeping, emptying trash, picking up trash, etc.
  • Shovel and clean up spills in the plant
  • Keep barrels emptied of trash and product
  • Clean equipment from top to bottom
  • Help unstop screw conveyors
  • Cut plastic and product off of screw
  • Keep Floor drains cleaned out and covers on drains
  • Expected to perform other duties as assigned
  • Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage
Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in a rendering facility or production environment preferred
  • Knowledge of mechanical rendering and or process equipment
  • Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment
  • Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations
  • Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed
  • Ability to read and write
  • Ability to climb stairs and silos
  • Ability to stand for entire shift
  • 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.
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.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch
  • Occasionally push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Regularly required to reach with hands and arms
  • Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, and high heat and./or cold temperatures.
Careers and Benefits:
To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.


PEOPLE MATTER


More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.


GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT


Working at Smithfield isn't just a job – it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.


BENEFITS


Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.


SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE


Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.



About Smithfield Foods:
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEO/AA 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.

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