Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Tar Heel, NC

8d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators for their 2nd shift. In this role, you will be crucial 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 the company meet its 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 real difference to your team and to the company's mission of delivering good food, responsibly.

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Must have good hand-eye coordination.
Must have attention to detail.
Must be able to work their scheduled shift.
May be required to work overtime depending on production demands.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Meeting specific certifications during the qualification period.

Responsibilities

Work with forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, powered industrial trucks to support movement of product throughout the facility.
Meet specific certifications during the qualification period.
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 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 repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs.
Perform single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs.
Perform lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay - $20.75/hour (If 2nd or 3rd Shift)
$1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions
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
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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