Machine Operator - Raw Stuffing - 2nd Shift

Sfdbrands; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Machine Operator for the Raw Stuffing line in Omaha, NE. This full-time role involves operating packaging equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards, and participating in production processes. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.00/hour

$0.50/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in Food Industry is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand batch cards.
• Previous experience with GMPs and Food Safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed packaging equipment safely.
• Complete daily production and QA paperwork.
• Follow Safety and Quality Assurance rules.

Skills

Ability to follow Safety Rules

Ability to work as a team

Ability to learn quickly

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Machine Operator - Raw Stuffing - 2nd Shift

Apply remote type Onsite locations Omaha, NE time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-2025-5601

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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
The packaging production line Machine Operator performs a variety of functions including but not limited to the operation of high-speed packaging equipment, completion of daily production and/or QA paperwork. Ensures work is completed in a safe manner and within the quality parameters established.

A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the world’s largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States, we’re a $16 billion global food company with more than 55,000 employees. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

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

• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.00/hour
• $0.50/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.

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

Core Responsibilities
Responsible for safe operation of packaging production line(s) to deliver a product that meets the customers’ expectations. Follows Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.

• Sets packaging machine to appropriate specifications as found in computer or specification logs, and ensures production line has appropriate equipment, configuration, and materials such as x-ray machines, adequate conveyor adjustments, correct packaging film
• Inspects equipment for safety and use by all equipment employees.
• Sets up scales, Checkweigher and metal detector correctly and monitors their operation during shift
• Ensures daily production is ran according to sequence stated in the batch cards
• Operates laptop computer to produce labels or placards for each run
• Ensures lot numbers from packaging materials and blended product are recorded on batch card
• Ensures packaging machine is filled with appropriate finished blends
• Ensures correct packaging materials are used for each product, in accordance to specifications, and replenishes materials as needed (i.e. roll of film, labels)
• Ensures that all packaged product goes through metal detector
• Performs net weight checks
• Performs packaging integrity checks and labeling checks
• Ensures appropriate pattern and count is followed by all Packers who palletize product
• Follow allergen control procedures
• Performs machine wash between production change-overs and validates proper cleanliness by following specific change-over procedures
• Retools equipment during changeovers
• Follows GMPs & Safety rules and policies
• Participates in job rotation in assigned line to support Packers as necessary
• Moves packaging materials and supplies to production line as necessary
• Other duties as assigned
  

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.

• High School or an equivalent combination of education preferred, a combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of High School or equivalent Diploma.
• Knowledge and experience in Food Industry is a plus but not necessary.
• Previous experience with GMPs and other Food Safety and Quality requirements preferred.
• Ability to follow Safety Rules and requirements when working in dangerous areas or with power equipment
• Ability to learn to accurately read and understand batch cards
• Ability to use a calculator to perform basic math equations for precision measurements
• Ability to work from written and/or verbal instructions
• Ability to work with others and as a team
• Ability to learn while training with an experienced Packaging Machine Operator

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics 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.

• Ability to work indoors in a mixing production facility and to be exposed to the smell and dust of different raw spices as these are being blended into commercial formulas.
• Packaging high speed production line/equipment. Lift for role of film, pallet jack, laptop and label printer, tools to retool production line during change-overs, personal protective equipment as indicated for each area and product.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform 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 safely lift a minimum of 10 lbs., and up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs occasionally during the shift
• Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp, reach, kneel, twist frequently during the shift
• Ability to walk frequently within department, and ability to stand during the entire production shift
• Ability to use a utility knife safely that will be provided by the company
• Must have visual acuity to perceive difference in color, and to operate machinery

Relocation Package AvailableNo

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.

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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 SchoolEquivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or universitythat is not a Guild learning partner.

About Smithfield Foods

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 toend food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities.Smithfieldboasts a portfolio ofhigh-quality iconic brands , such asSmithfield, Eckrichand Nathan's Famous, among many others.

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