Comber / Heavy Lifting

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Career growth

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking team-oriented individuals for a production role in our plant. You will be part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes safety and quality as you prepare, handle, and package pork products.

We offer competitive hourly wages starting at 23.78 per hour, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and an education benefit for eligible team members. This position focuses on teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Pick up comb and impale flank end of pumped belly, pressing down on comb.
• Pick up belly and comb and hang on hook conveyor.
• Place lot marking tickets on first and last four bellies of each lot.
• Make sure pump is delivering pickle at all times.
• Maintain pickle level in pump tank.
• Hanging bellies to match tree layout spec.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Combs and aprons

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

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

• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $23.78/hour
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up comb and impale flank end of pumped belly, pressing down on comb.
• Pick up belly and comb and hang on hook conveyor.
• Place lot marking tickets on first and last four bellies of each lot.
• Make sure pump is delivering pickle at all times.
• Maintain pickle level in pump tank.
• Hanging bellies to match tree layout spec.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• 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.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

• Combs and aprons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT/TRAINING REQUIREMENT

• Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, wire mesh face shield and safety shoes

MANDATORY TRAINING/COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED

• Proper lifting and PPE

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. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

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.