Utility- 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods • Nashville, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking General Production team members to join their team. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient set up, inspection, and operation of equipment/machinery used in meat product processing. Team members will follow standard operating procedures, complete production-related paperwork, and meet product specifications. The company emphasizes a culture grounded in core values of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation. Smithfield aims to deliver safe, high-quality food responsibly.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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 required for the position.
• Repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs.
• Lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient set up, inspection, and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of meat products.
• Following standard operating procedures.
• Completing production related paperwork.
• Meeting product specifications.
• Working with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
• Supporting coworkers.
• Maintaining a safe and efficient production line.
• Ensuring products reach families across America.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $25.35/hour
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

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