Equipment Operator-Sanitation Pet Food 3rd 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! This position is responsible to support the production line operation, timely (disassembly and re-assembly of equipment, cleaning and sanitation of combos, totes tubs, machinery, floors, walls and maintenance of wastewater removal equipment. Additional job responsibilities include completion of these tasks while following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, filling out log sheets and other sanitation related paperwork. Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.00/hour $1.00/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned) Follow all Personnel Safety and Food Safety policies/procedures, GMP’s and plant rules. Ensure the safe operation of plant equipment and machinery, the safe use of tools and the safety of others working in the immediate area. Know the production schedule for the product(s) being run and check to ensure the proper totes and/or tubs are cleaned and available. Know the proper sanitation procedures and the order of cleaning chemical usage. Inspect totes and tubs for overall appearance and remove/isolate totes with visible damage. Ensure the in-place sanitation system is maintained with the proper cleaning chemicals. Communicate with production supervisors to ensure that all parties are aware of any sanitation issues. At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties and turn in all required paperwork. Ability to work overtime as department and plant operations demand. Flexible hours as needed. All other duties as assigned. Must be capable of disassembling and re-assembling equipment Must work in wet environment and use cleaning chemicals and solutions to facilitate cleaning and sanitizing process Must work with minimum supervision Must be able to read and comprehend written procedures, MSDS, and chemical mixing and use instructions to perform assigned task. IndSPR-Ops Education and Experience requirement: Minimum: Basic mathematical skills required; addition, and subtraction. Preferred: 6 -12 months of continuous work history High school diploma or equivalent Previous manufacturing experience in the meat industry is preferred Previous Sanitation experience highly desirable 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. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. \"Good food. Responsibly.®\" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. 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, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! Apply tot his job