Material Handler - 1st Shift

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 your application through the Jobs Hub. 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. Apply Now! Your
 Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for
 great benefits packages:
Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.93/hour
 $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions Comprehensive Health
 Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefit available to
 full-time and part-time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility
 requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and
 professional development The Value You’ll Bring As a Material Handlers/Powered
 Equipment Operator 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. What You’ll Do Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators will
 work with forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, powered industrial trucks to
 support movement of product throughout the facility. These positions require
 meeting specific certifications during the qualification period. These positions
 can be physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination, and
 attention to detail. Powered Equipment Operators must be able to work their
 scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production
 demands. Physical Demands & Work Environment To perform this job successfully,
 an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
 requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
 ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to
 perform the essential functions. 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 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 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 which can weigh up to 60
 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance. Specific vision
 abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust
 focus. Additional…