General Production - 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Sioux Center, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are looking for motivated people to join their team and grow lasting and meaningful careers. This role is for the 3rd shift and offers industry-leading wages and great benefits packages. The General Production team member plays a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers. Reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are important for meeting standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. The role contributes to a positive work environment, helps maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensures products reach families across America. Dedication and willingness to learn are valued.

Requirements

Must be 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 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 for the position.
Physically demanding work that can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.

Responsibilities

Work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
Perform essential production tasks.
Support coworkers.
Contribute to a positive work environment.
Help maintain a safe and efficient production line.
Ensure products reach families across America.
May perform other duties as assigned.