General Labor - New Hire - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods • Crete, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must be willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Dedication and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work their scheduled shift.
• May be required to work overtime depending on production demands.

Nice To Haves

• If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.

Responsibilities

• Production employees will work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
• Play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Help maintain a safe and efficient production line.
• Ensure our products reach families across America.
• Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
• 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 strong 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.
• May require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $23.50/hour
• Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed