Smithfield Foods

Manufacturing

Forklift/DollyOperator-1stShift

$0–0k Lincoln, Nebraska, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Forklift/Dolly Operator - 1st Shift at Smithfield Foods. Skills: Forklift operation, Pallet jack operation. Process meat products. Work with hand tools”

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Eligibility Requirements

Physically demanding work, Work in cold areas, Work in warm areas, Work in wet environment, Work in humid environment, Work in noisy environment, Work around smells/odors, Repetitive movement, Stand for 12 hours, Lifting up to 60 lbs, Overhead lifting up to 30 lbs

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Forklift/Pallet Jack experience, At least 18 years of age

What You'll Do.

Process meat products

Complete company-required paperwork

Document quality checks

Account for product produced

Provide other records

Enter information into ADC system

Organize pallet picking

Perform BIN to BIN movements

Perform pallet picking for deliveries

Ship product quantity

Check product for non-conformances

Keep inventory of packaging

Keep inventory of ingredients

Keep inventory of operational supplies

Verify pack slip matches count

Verify pack slip matches item

Issue out operational supplies

Notify Supervisor of missing material

Notify Supervisor of lost material

Notify Supervisor of damaged material

Maintain safe work environment

Maintain clean work environment

Keep pallet area neat

Keep workstations neat

Follow oral instructions

Follow written instructions

Perform repetitive movement

Stand for up to 12 hours

Work around animal blood

Work around carcass parts

Work in wet environment

Work in humid environment

Wear hearing protection

Wear steel-toed safety shoes

Work in noisy environment

Use personal protective equipment

Work with sanitation chemicals

Work with cleaning chemicals

Perform repetitive overhead lifting

Perform single lifting of heavy objects

Lift objects using mechanical assistance

Full Job Description

**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** 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. **Apply Now!** **The Value You’ll Bring** As a General Production 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** 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 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 – $22.25/hour * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More * Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunitie

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