General Production Operator - Meat Processing & Growth

Smithfield Foods; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Des Moines, IA is seeking General Production team members to help process meat products safely and efficiently. You'll work with tools, knives, and machinery on a production line, with overtime possible based on demand.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and teamwork to deliver good food to families across America. Eligible team members receive industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement benefits, with opportunities

Qualifications

• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Stand on concrete for up to a 12-hour shift.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work around animal blood and carcass parts.
• Work with a knife (if trained).
• Work in cold areas (20–40°F) and/or warm areas (>100°F).
• Work in wet and humid environments.
• Wear PPE (hard hat, hearing/eye protection, safety shoes).
• May require certification to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• General Production employees will use hand tools, knives and machinery to process meat products.
• Work schedule may include overtime based on production demands.
• Contribute to safety, quality and teamwork while delivering products to consumers.

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Des Moines, IA is seeking General Production team members to help process meat products safely and efficiently. You'll work with tools, knives, and machinery on a production line, with overtime possible based on demand.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and teamwork to deliver good food to families across America. Eligible team members receive industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement benefits, with opportunities