Kinston, NC, USA
5 days ago
Label/Vision System Operator

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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

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

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.95/hour

$1.00/hr shift differential.

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.

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

Handles a wide variety of paperwork including HACCP and Food Safety documents

Utilizes continuous improvement mindset, assists in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

Maintains a clean, sanitary and safe work area

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.

Core Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently utilize packaging equipment.

Utilize computerized screens to set-up and operate equipment

Label packages suitable for shipping

Read and understand product descriptions.

Consistently meet established company production and service level standards.

Utilize good housekeeping processes.

Utilize effective food safety measures and adhere to GMP’s.

Utilize operational processes to minimize damage and other areas of waste.

Inform supervisor of any differences in product quality.

On Sanitation nights, use chemicals and tools to effectively clean and sanitize equipment following SSOP’s

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.

· This position requires the ability to read, write and communicate in English. English is needed to carry out the following tasks: (1) read and understand procedure manuals, signs and box labels; (2) work with warehouse computer systems; (3) complete written documents relating to company procedures; and (4) communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisors about day-to-day operations.

Previous experience in food production/packaging is highly preferred.

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally during shift.

Ability to consistently meet minimum production standards and company service levels.

Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.

Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE).

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.



Relocation Package Available

No



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.

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