1st Shift General Laborer: Hands-On Production & Growth

Smithfield Foods

Peru (IN)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a General Production team member to contribute to safe, high-quality meat production. You will work with hand tools, knives and machinery to process products and support your teammates on the production line.

The role is physically demanding, requiring standing for long shifts, following safety procedures, and the potential for overtime. Smithfield offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to eligible team members.

Qualifications

  • All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Physically demanding work with standing up to a 12-hour shift.
  • Must be able to work shifts including overtime as production demands.
  • May require certification to operate various equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Process meat products for the consumer using hand tools, knives, and machinery.
  • Maintain safety and quality standards through attention to detail and teamwork.
  • Perform duties as assigned to support production line efficiency and reliability.
  • Operate equipment if trained and follow safety protocols.

Tools

Hand tools
Knives
Machinery

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a General Production team member to contribute to safe, high-quality meat production. You will work with hand tools, knives and machinery to process products and support your teammates on the production line.

The role is physically demanding, requiring standing for long shifts, following safety procedures, and the potential for overtime. Smithfield offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to eligible team members.

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