Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Greenfield, IN

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Material Handler/Powered Equipment Operator for their 2nd shift. This role is crucial in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers. The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and possess a strong work ethic to help meet company standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. This position contributes to a positive work environment, maintains a safe and efficient production line, and ensures products reach families across America. The company emphasizes a culture grounded in gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
Ability to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Ability to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
Ability to work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees).
Ability to work in an environment that is wet and humid.
Ability to work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
Ability to work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals.
Ability to work around strong smells/odors.
Ability to climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms.
Ability to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift.
Ability to walk long distances.
Reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to work their scheduled shift and 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.
Certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position.

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 other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay – $21.93/hour
$1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Education benefit available to full-time and part-time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility requirements
Opportunities for career growth and professional development
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
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