Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Sioux City, IA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Material Handler for their 2nd shift. This role is crucial for the company's mission of sustainably feeding people worldwide. Smithfield emphasizes respect for people, animals, communities, and the planet, with a culture grounded in gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability. The company fosters learning, collaboration, and innovation, offering challenging and rewarding careers for growth and impact.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. A minimum of 3 full months of documented experience as a certified fork lift/heavy lift driver will be accepted in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually during shift.
• Ability to consistently meet minimum production standards and company service levels.
• Must obtain proper powered industrial truck certifications during initial training phase.
• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a warehouse or with heavy lifting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment.
• Utilize RF units and pick tickets, and receiving documentation.
• Build stable, well-built and accurate pallet loads for shipment.
• Ensure item pick accuracy and safety of product to prevent damage.
• Understand pallet layers, heights, and counting methods used when working with pallets of product.
• Read and understand product descriptions, packaging and pick ticket messages.
• Consistently meet established company production and service level standards.
• Utilize good housekeeping processes.
• Utilize effective food safety measures.
• Utilize warehouse processes to minimize damage and other areas of waste.
• Inform supervisor of any differences in case quantity and/or product description.
• Wrap the pallet by circling load with roll of plastic wrap until secure.
• Housekeeping during and at the end of shifts.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $20.55/hour
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED