Forklift & Material Handler - $22.20/hr + Benefits

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Shift differential for 2nd shift

Health insurance

Education benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. The role requires meeting certification during qualification and may involve overtime depending on production.

Starting pay is $22.20 per hour with a $1.00 per hour second-shift differential. Smithfield offers comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and education benefits for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklifts and powered equipment.
• High attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Ability to meet certification requirements during qualification period.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, and other powered industrial trucks to move product.
• Complete required certifications during qualification period.
• Work shifts as scheduled; overtime may be required.
• Maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift

Jack lifts

PIT equipment

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. The role requires meeting certification during qualification and may involve overtime depending on production.

Starting pay is $22.20 per hour with a $1.00 per hour second-shift differential. Smithfield offers comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and education benefits for eligible team members.