High Rise Operator

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly competitive starting pay

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp in Wisconsin is seeking a Warehouse Associate to move products safely, stock racks, and prepare pallets for shipping. You will operate forklift/stock picker, scan pallets, and ensure accurate placement.

This role requires teamwork, reliability, and basic math skills; lifting up to 60 lbs, standing for long periods, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment in a fast-paced plant.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with others in fast-paced environment.
• Team oriented with strong communication.
• Good math skills.
• Willingness to lift up to 60 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Move the right product in and out of the racks in a safe and timely fashion without damaging product or equipment.
• Place product into assigned location.
• Places pallets of product into assigned rack location.
• Pulls proper full or partial pallets of product out of racks needed for shipping.
• Scans pallets of product to get placement location and other information.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Math skills

Safety awareness

Pallet handling

Tools

Forklift

Stock picker

Scanner

Job description

Company Overview

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Benefits and Compensation

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $24.44/hour $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefit available to full and part‑time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Core Responsibilities

• Move the right product in and out of the racks in a safe and timely fashion without damaging product or equipment.
• Place product into assigned location.
• Places pallets of product into assigned rack location.
• Pulls proper full or partial pallets of product out of racks needed for shipping.
• Scans pallets of product to get placement location and other information.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Testing may be required.
• Must have good math skills.

Tools & Equipment

High rise forklift, Stock picker and scanner.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required. Must be able to lift up to 60lbs.

Safety Equipment & Training Requirement

Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, freezer suits, freezer gloves and freezer boots.

Mandatory Training & Competency to be Earned

Proper lifting, PIT, Trailer Wheel Chocking, Lockout, Elevator and PPE IndSPR-Ops Relocation Package Available

Relocation Package

IndSPR-Ops Relocation Package Available

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

Disability Accommodation

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

Company Values & Culture

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.

Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Company Background

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high‑quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan’s Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.