Packer - 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Sioux Center, IA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is a leading American food company and the world's largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States. They are looking for motivated individuals to join their team and build lasting careers. Smithfield emphasizes a culture grounded in core values, learning, collaboration, and innovation, offering challenging and rewarding career opportunities. The company is committed to sustainably feeding people globally, producing good food responsibly with respect for people, animals, communities, and the planet.

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Willing and able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Willing and able to perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms.
Willing and able to stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12-hour shift.
Willing and able to work around animal blood and/or carcass parts.
Willing and able to work with a knife (if trained).
Willing and able to work in cold areas (approximately 20-40 degrees) and/or warm areas (over 100 degrees).
Willing and able to work in an environment that is wet and humid.
Willing and able to work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel-toed safety shoes.
Willing and able to work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Willing and able to work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals.
Willing and able to work around strong smells/odors.
Willing and able to climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways and platforms.
Willing and able to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift.
Willing and able to walk long distances.
May require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position.
Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.

Nice To Haves

Reliability
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Good hand-eye coordination
Willingness to learn

Responsibilities

Work with hand tools, knives, machinery 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

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $20.40/hour
$1.00/hour shift differential for 3rd shift
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
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
Education Reimbursement Program for GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or academic degree
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Be Well programs offering tools and resources for quality of life