Forklift Operator — Earn $20.80/hr + $1 Shift Diff

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Shift differential

Health benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Powered Equipment Operator to help move product on the production floor using forklifts, jack lifts, and other powered equipment. The role requires meeting certification requirements during the qualification period and can be physically demanding with attention to safety and quality.

The position includes a starting pay of $20.80 per hour, plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, with comprehensive benefits and an education program for eligible

Qualifications

• Powered Equipment Operators will operate forklifts and other powered trucks with care and safety.
• Opportunities to meet required certifications during qualification period.
• Role may be physically demanding and requires good coordination and focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other powered equipment to move product on site.
• Support movement of product throughout the facility and assist coworkers as needed.
• Meet shift requirements, including potential overtime based on production needs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Powered Equipment Operator to help move product on the production floor using forklifts, jack lifts, and other powered equipment. The role requires meeting certification requirements during the qualification period and can be physically demanding with attention to safety and quality.

The position includes a starting pay of $20.80 per hour, plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, with comprehensive benefits and an education program for eligible