Food Production General Laborer — Fast-Paced Plant Roles

Smithfield Foods; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Iowa is hiring production workers at our Sioux Center facility. The role involves manual material handling, knives, machinery, and equipment in a physical, fast-paced environment.

Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, walk on uneven surfaces, and follow safety and quality policies. Starting pay is $11.70 per hour with raises after 90 days to $13.30 and after one year to $15.55; second shift adds $0.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Comply with federal inspection programs and company safety/health policies.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Be available for scheduled hours, including potential overtime depending on production demands.

Skills

Stamina

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Tools

Knife handling

Machinery operation

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Iowa is hiring production workers at our Sioux Center facility. The role involves manual material handling, knives, machinery, and equipment in a physical, fast-paced environment.

Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, walk on uneven surfaces, and follow safety and quality policies. Starting pay is $11.70 per hour with raises after 90 days to $13.30 and after one year to $15.55; second shift adds $0.50 per hour.