Forklift Operator & Material Handler — Production Support

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; North East (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring for Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to move product using forklifts and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment.

Position offers competitive hourly pay with a $1.00/hr shift differential for 2nd shift, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and an education benefit for eligible employees. Must be at least 18 and able to meet certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Willing to work overtime as production demands.
• Physical stamina for long shifts in a cold/warm environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, jack lifts, and other equipment to move product.
• Support movement of product throughout the facility.
• Follow safety and quality standards and cooperate with team.
• Meet certification requirements during qualification period.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Physical stamina

Overtime willingness

Teamwork

Tools

Forklifts

Powered industrial trucks

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring for Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to move product using forklifts and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment.

Position offers competitive hourly pay with a $1.00/hr shift differential for 2nd shift, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and an education benefit for eligible employees. Must be at least 18 and able to meet certification requirements.