Material Handler

Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: North East
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Your OpportunityA 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/hour
$1/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions.
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefit available to full- and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Material Handler will u se material handling equipment and the warehouse management system to build pallets of product for shipment, receive product into the warehouse, put away product in the fill locations and replenish product into slots. Core ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and tasks are written as follows:
Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment
Utilize RF units and pick tickets, and receiving documentation
Build stable, well-built and accurate pallet loads for shipment
Ensure item pick accuracy and safety of product to prevent damage
Understand pallet layers, heights, and counting methods used when working with pallets of product
Read and understand product descriptions, packaging and pick ticket messages
Consistently meet established company production and service level standards
Utilize good housekeeping processes
Utilize effective food safety measures
Utilize warehouse processes to minimize damage and other areas of waste
Inform supervisor of any differences in case quantity and/or product description
Wrap the pallet by circling load with roll of plastic wrap until secure
Housekeeping during and at the end of shifts
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. QualificationsTo 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) required. A minimum of 3 full months of documented experience as a certified fork lift/heavy lift driver will be accepted in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED.
Previous experience in a warehouse or with heavy lifting preferred
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually during shift
Ability to consistently meet minimum production standards and company service levels
Must obtain proper powered industrial truck certifications during initial training phase
Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions
Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE)
Work EnvironmentThe 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.
The DC environment will include extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical equipment such as forklifts/hi-lifts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the loading areas.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilities. Career BenefitsTo learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.Why Work at Smithfield Foods? We are committed to meeting our employees' needs, addressing their concerns and helping them enjoy rewarding careers with our company. PEOPLE MATTERWith more than 60,000 jobs globally, our employees drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.GROWTH & DEVELOPMENTWorking at Smithfield isn't just a job - it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.BENEFITSOur people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees.SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGESustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.About Smithfield Foods Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly -" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. 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 connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. EEO/AA 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.

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