General Production Associate – 1st & 2nd Shift, Competitive Pay

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Shift differential (2nd shift)

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Mason City, IA, is hiring General Laborers for 1st and 2nd shifts to perform production tasks with hand tools, knives, and machinery. This physically demanding role supports a safe, high‑quality production line.

You must be at least 18, able to stand for long periods, and ready to learn. Starting pay is $21.65 per hour with a $1.00 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to stand for long periods; capable of physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools, knives, and machinery to process meat products.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient production line.
• Follow oral and written instructions; work overtime as needed.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Mason City, IA, is hiring General Laborers for 1st and 2nd shifts to perform production tasks with hand tools, knives, and machinery. This physically demanding role supports a safe, high‑quality production line.

You must be at least 18, able to stand for long periods, and ready to learn. Starting pay is $21.65 per hour with a $1.00 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, plus benefits.