Inedibles Operator- 2nd Shift

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Monmouth (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Monmouth, IL is seeking a Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate machinery, monitor the line, and help ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on a fast-paced shift.

You must be 18+, fluent in English, and able to read screen data and follow instructions. The role involves rotating between the control room and the main floor, performing duties across tasks and maintaining clean, safe operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must speak, write and read English.
• Troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and enter information into the computer system.
• Read computer screens to ensure the room runs correctly and adjust settings as needed.
• Rotate between control room and main floor duties, including cleaning and restocking.

Skills

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

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.

The Value You’ll Bring As a Machine Operator team member at Smithfield Foods, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic will help us meet our standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day. You’ll contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensure our products reach families across America. Your dedication and willingness to learn will make a real difference—both to your team and to our mission of delivering good food, responsibly.

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting Pay - $22.95/hr $0.50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.

What You’ll Do

Inedibles Operator - Operate machinery and other devices in the work area. Enter information into the computer system, communicate with customers, maintenance members and co-workers in English. Must speak, write and read English. Troubleshooting experience. AFD Operators are responsible for running the entire building known as Animal Foods. Operators run equipment from the main control room. There are close to 100 different motors, augers, machines, pumps, sprayers, and conveyers all running at the same time while we are cooking. An operator is responsible for all of it. An operator must be able to read visual cues on a computer screen to determine whether the room is running as it should. It is the job of the operator to adjust settings as needed to maintain maximum efficiency. The numbers on the screens tell the story of how the room is running. It is the job of the operator to read the numbers and determine if something is wrong or to maintain settings if things are running well. There are two main operators per shift with the exception being third shift. Third shift is only one operator. The two operators rotate each day between in and out of the control room. One day an operator will run the room from the control room and the next they will be out on the main floor dumping combos, loading trucks, and cleaning. All operators are trained to do everything. The rotation came about to get the guys some variety in terms of duties performed. Third shift is mostly responsible for cleaning. However, downtime does happen and the third shift operator needs to be able to run through the night when called upon to do so.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

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. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must be willing and able to: Understand and follow oral and written instructions Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts Work with a knife (if trained) Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees) Work in an environment that is wet and humid Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE) Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals Work around strong smells/odors Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift Walk long distances May require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups. Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.

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.

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.

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.