Utility- 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient set up, inspection and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of meat products. Additionally, responsible for following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, completing production related paperwork and meeting product specifications. As a General Production team member at Smithfield Foods, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic will help us meet our standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day. You’ll contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensure our products reach families across America. Your dedication and willingness to learn will make a real difference—both to your team and to our mission of delivering good food, responsibly.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Willing and able to 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.
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.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient set up, inspection and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of meat products.
Following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, completing production related paperwork and meeting product specifications.
Performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers.
Maintaining a safe and efficient production line.
Working with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Competitive Starting Pay - $24.85/hour
$1.00/hour Shift Differential
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Education benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
LinkedIn Learning access for on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training.
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs.
Leadership development initiatives.
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.