Machine Operator (Blending)

Job Locations US-CA-Eastvale Your Opportunity Headquartered in Smithfield, Va.

since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc.

is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach.

Our 40,000 U.S.

team members and 15,000 European employees are dedicated to producing “Good food.

Responsibly.” and have made us one of the world’s leading vertically integrated protein companies .

Were looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

Current opportunities include positions in General Production, Maintenance Mechanics, Quality Assurance and Food Safety.

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Machine OperatorsStart At $18.50 Per Hour Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

Upon successful completion your first 90-days of employment with us, youll be eligible to select either a: $175.00 gift card to Best Buy or Apple $150.00 gift card to Walmart or Amazon The Blending Department Machine Operator is responsible for taking materials staged by the Pre-weigh personnel and adding them to the mixing blender to manufacture Saratogas finished blends.

The Machine Operator must follow documented cleaning and mixing directions to blend the product to specification.

The position requires the ability to calculate and reconcile raw materials on batch cards for blending formulas.

Additionally, this position requires HACCP Monitored Training to ensure full compliance to our food safety programs.

Core Responsibilities Responsible for safe operation of blending production equipment, and for the accurate mix of ingredients to deliver a product that meets the customers expectations.

Follows Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.

The employee must ensure all production, quality and safety standards are followed at all times.

Follows Batch Card recipe and instructions for each blend Ensures ingredient lot number is visible on batch cards Follow allergen control procedures Fills blender with raw materials according to specifications Visually inspects materials to ensure no foreign materials or abnormalities exist Starts machine to blend formula according to instructions Operates and checks screen inside the Quadro, the magnets beneath the Quadro, the screens on the blender Empties product into super sacks Labels product correctly Validates the proper cleaning of the blender and equipment Follow GMPs 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.

Must be able to read numeric signage in English Must be able to read instructions written in English Must be able to operate computers High School diploma, preferred Machine Operator experience, preferred Previous experience with Good Manufacturing Procedures and other Food Safety and Quality requirements, preferred.

Knowledge and experience in Food Industry, a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Demands 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 frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs safely Must be able to frequently climb stairs Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp, reach, 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 Work Environment & 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.

Work is performed indoors in a mixing production facility and exposed to the smell and dust of different raw spices as these are being blended into commercial formulas.

Careers and Benefits To learn more about Smithfields benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.

PEOPLE MATTER More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success.

We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT Working at Smithfield isn’t just a job it’s the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.

BENEFITS Our people matter.

That’s why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees.

SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE Sustainability 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.

Our 43,000 U.S.

team members and 16,000 European employees are dedicated to producing Good food.

Responsibly.

and have made us one of the worlds 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 neighbors in need.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrichand Nathans Famous, among many others.

For more information, visitwww.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us onFacebook,Twitter,LinkedInandInstagram.

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.

Connect With Us ID 2021-20694 Job LocationsUS-CA-Eastvale Category Operations Type Full-Time FLSA Status Hourly Shift 2nd Shift