Unload - Warehouse Dry Goods/Supply

Smithfield Foods • Kinston, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking team members for warehouse roles, specifically in unloading dry goods and supplies. This position offers industry-leading wages starting at $20.20/hour, with a $1.00/hour shift differential for second shift. Team members are eligible for comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance and retirement benefits. An education benefit is also available to eligible full and part-time employees. Smithfield emphasizes career growth and professional development within a culture grounded in core values of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability.

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 clearly with co-workers and supervisors about day-to-day operations.
• 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 labels and material movement documentation.
• 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 labels.
• 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.
• Move product, put away product in fill locations, and replenish product to manufacturing process.
• Handle materials and use hand tools, machinery and equipment.
• Be available to work scheduled hours, which may include mandatory overtime, depending on production demands.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• $1.00/ hour 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