Smithfield
GeneralLabor-2ndShift
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“General Labor - 2nd Shift at Smithfield. Skills: Process management, Operational metrics, Continuous improvement. Perform essential production tasks. Support coworkers”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet standards for safety; Meet standards for quality; Meet standards for teamwork; Deliver safe, high-quality food
Industry & Context.
Physically demanding, Work around animal blood, Work with a knife, Work in cold areas, Work in warm areas, Work in wet and humid environment, Wear hard hat, Wear hearing protection, Wear eye protection, Wear steel-toed safety shoes, Work in noisy environment, Use PPE, Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Climb ladders, Move on ladders, Climb steps, Move on steps, Climb stairways, Move on stairways, Climb walkways, Move on walkways, Climb platforms, Move on platforms, Bend repetitively, Stoop repetitively, Twist repetitively, Walk long distances, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, Lifting of objects using mechanical assistance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 18 years of age, Willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions, Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms, Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift, Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts, Work with a knife (if trained), Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees), Work in an environment that is wet and humid, Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes, Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals, Work around smells/odors, Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms, Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift, Walk long distances, Physically demanding work, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, Lifting of objects using mechanical assistance
Nice to Have
Certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment
What You'll Do.
Perform essential production tasks
Contribute to positive work environment
Maintain safe production line
Ensure products reach families
Process meat products
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Support coworkers; Contribute to a positive work environment; Work with a team
Communication Scope
Oral instructions; Written instructions
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!** ## Your Opportunity ## Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: * Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.05/hour * $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift * 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 opportunities for career growth and professional development. **The Value You’ll Bring** As a General Laborer 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. **What You’ll Do** Production employees will work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer. These positions
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