Packer- 2nd Shift

About the role

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting coworkers.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic help meet standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day.
• Contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a safe and efficient production line, and ensure products reach families across America.
• Dedication and willingness to learn make a real difference to the team and the mission of delivering good food responsibly.
• Work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer.
• Positions can be physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to work scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must be 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°F) and/or warm areas (over 100°F).
• 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 to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position.
• This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
• Additional essential functions may be applicable to specific jobs.
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Pay

Competitive Starting Pay - $19.80/hr; $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part‑time team members upon meeting eligibility requirements