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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 – $20.10/hour
• $0.75/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.

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

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job.  Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

Prepare records of shipments and bills of lading for outbound trucks. Responsible for accuracy of shipping documents and computer data.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES AND TASKS:

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

• Maintain and input records into SAP and/or production software.

• Inspect PIT prior to use. Complete pre-shift inspection form.
• Prepare bills of lading for each shipment and checks/records all items loaded for shipment.
• Count, weigh, measure, or examine packaging and contents of items for conformance to company specifications per the Spec book.
• Document and receive product pallets from production into shipping area.

• Scan (using Condor handheld), secure pallet with shrink wrap and label accordingly.
• Store completed and inventoried pallets for future shipments.
• Load completed/inventoried pallets into trailer, as needed.
• Record and check all product for shipment.
• Update shipping database.
• Notify supervisor or Quality Assurance department of any discrepancies (Truck temperatures, meat age, etc.) in accordance with company procedures.
• Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations.
• Must plug in (correctly) PIT during breaks, lunch and at the end of each shift.
• Operate PIT safely at all times by following the required safety guidelines.

• Follow GMPs, Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.
• Must wear required PPE.
• Follow allergen control procedures.
• Ensure proper housekeeping throughout shift.
• Report any concerns to a member of management.
• Must be certified to operate any PIT.
• Must be LTT certified and follow all LTT procedures.
• 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 be certified to operate any PIT.
• Must be LTT certified and follow all LTT procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.