1st Shift Material Handler - Growth & Benefits

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Sioux City, IA, is seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift to support warehouse operations. The role involves safely operating material handling equipment, building pallets for shipment, and using RF devices and warehouse software to receive and put away product.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, English literacy, and forklift experience; lifting up to 60 pounds is required. Training and certification during onboarding are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; English reading and writing ability essential.
• Minimum 3 months of forklift/heavy lift driving experience acceptable in lieu of diploma.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred; ability to lift up to 60 pounds and operate MHE.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently utilize warehouse material handling equipment.
• Utilize RF units and pick tickets, and receiving documentation.
• Build stable pallets for shipment and ensure item pick accuracy.
• Read and understand product descriptions, packaging and pick tickets.
• Meet production and service level standards and maintain housekeeping.
• Wrap pallets securely and inform supervisor of quantity discrepancies.

Skills

English proficiency

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Sioux City, IA, is seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift to support warehouse operations. The role involves safely operating material handling equipment, building pallets for shipment, and using RF devices and warehouse software to receive and put away product.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, English literacy, and forklift experience; lifting up to 60 pounds is required. Training and certification during onboarding are provided.