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