Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift, $21.50/hr + Benefits

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Powered Equipment Operator for the 3rd shift at our Omaha, NE facility. You will operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move product safely throughout the plant, emphasizing accuracy and teamwork.

The role requires physical stamina, adherence to safety protocols, and a 6:00 PM–6:00 AM schedule (Wednesday–Saturday), with overtime as production demands. The position offers competitive starting pay and comprehensive benefits including health

Qualifications

• Proven ability to operate powered industrial trucks (forklifts, high-lifts, order pickers).
• Strong attention to detail and safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and powered equipment to move product through the facility.
• Maintain safe, efficient production line flow and quality control.
• Meet certification requirements during the qualification period and work overtime as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Powered Equipment Operator for the 3rd shift at our Omaha, NE facility. You will operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move product safely throughout the plant, emphasizing accuracy and teamwork.

The role requires physical stamina, adherence to safety protocols, and a 6:00 PM–6:00 AM schedule (Wednesday–Saturday), with overtime as production demands. The position offers competitive starting pay and comprehensive benefits including health