Smithfield
Manufacturing
GeneralProduction-1stShift
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“General Production- 1st Shift at Smithfield. Skills: Production tasks, Meat processing. Process meat products. Support coworkers”
Industry & Context.
Work around animal blood, Work around carcass parts, Work around smells/odors, Use mechanical assistance, Physically demanding
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 18 years of age, Willing and able to follow instructions, Perform repetitive movement, Stand for up to 12-hour shift, 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, Work with sanitation chemicals, Climb ladders, Move on ladders, Bend repetitively, Stoop repetitively, Twist repetitively, Walk long distances, Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, Single lifting up to 60 lbs
Nice to Have
Certification to operate equipment
What You'll Do.
Process meat products
Meet standards for safety
Meet standards for quality
Meet standards for teamwork
Contribute to positive work environment
Maintain safe production line
Maintain efficient production line
Ensure products reach families
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Supporting coworkers; Teamwork
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 – $23.20/hour * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. **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 can be physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Production team members must be able to work their scheduled shift
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