HRL-Forklift Drivers and Production Professionals 2026

Hormel Foods Family of Companies • Austin, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Austin plant has an opening for Production Professional opportunities. Successful candidates will work in our food processing production facility located in Austin, Minnesota, and enjoy competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package. The Austin plant specializes in the production of items including SPAM, Dry Sausage, Bacon and Fresh pork. The starting rate is $24.85.

Requirements

• The ability to read and write to complete job-related paperwork.
• Basic computer skills to complete job-related tasks.
• The ability to perform repetitive hand & wrist motion throughout a shift.
• The ability to kneel/squat/climb as necessary to complete job related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company rules for food safety and employee safety.
• Drive a forklift consistent with company standards.
• Learn a wide variety of jobs and duties across our plant such as: grinding, batching, and stuffing products, operating forklifts, slicing, boxing, and more.
• Make people safety and food safety the number one priority.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) and match
• Wellness Program
• life insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off
• FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees