Tree Pusher - 2nd 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. Were looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Competitive Starting Pay $20.15/hour $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Core Responsibilities Push empty metal trees from the Tree Wash area to the Stuffing Operator lines. Asist Machine Operator with machine set up, involving connecting pipes, and installing seals etc. Continuous standing in one location for long periods (up to 2-3 hours before break). Walking long distances sometimes on wet, uneven, and slippery surfaces. Carrying, lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling of heavy and or awkward objects or loads Lifting, lowering, pushing, or pulling up to 50lbs. Working in cold environments of 20 to 45 F Frequent contact with animal fats. Frequent static and/or awkward work postures with neck and spine flexion while grasping, pinching, pulling, lifting, extending, flexing the hands and arms. A variety of arm and hand movements are required in applying force, movement, and repetition. Using and maintaining a variety of knives, hand tools, powered tools, equipment, electrical devices, controls and possibly powered industrial trucks. Follow Safety and Food Safety policies/procedures. Being able to understand and follow oral and written instruction from lead, supervisor, and any other member of management. Additional essential functions may be applicable to specific jobs. 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 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. Must have basic math and communication skills and knowledge to accomplish required paperwork and to comprehend machine instructions, safety and warning signs, and data entry skills. Competent and Trustworthy to comply with federal inspection programs and company safety and health policies. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Be available to work scheduled hours, which may include mandatory overtime, depending upon production demands. Experience/Education: Not required. Work Environment & Physical Demands The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to follow all the safety rules provided by the company on how to flip different kinds of switches and techniques for pushing trees. Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds and push trees up to 800 pounds on a regular basis; exerting up to 60+ pounds of force. 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. Smithfields 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 inSmithfield, 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. 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