3rd shift General Labor

Smithfield Foods•Peru, IN

3d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking motivated individuals to join their team and build lasting careers. As a General Production team member, you will play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic are vital to meeting standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. You will contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensure products reach families across America. Your dedication and willingness to learn will make a difference to your team and the company's mission of delivering good food, responsibly.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hand tools, knives, and machinery.

Responsibilities

Work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
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 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay – $19.60/hour
$.50 Sanitation Pay
$1.25/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.
Opportunities for career growth
Professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition assistance
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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