Packaging Machine Operator III- 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator III for its 1st 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, have attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to help meet standards for safety, quality, and teamwork. This position contributes to a positive work environment, helps maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensures products reach families across America. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability, feeding people globally, and operating with respect for people, animals, communities, and the planet. Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers with opportunities for growth, collaboration, and innovation, grounded in core values of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability.

Requirements

All applicants 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.
Use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
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.

Nice To Haves

Technical knowledge of computerized equipment.

Responsibilities

Work with meat cutting/packaging machines and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
Perform essential production tasks and support coworkers.
Contribute to a positive work environment.
Help maintain a safe and efficient production line.
Ensure products reach families across America.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay - $26.35/hour
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 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
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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