Material Handler & Equipment Operator — $20.30/hr Benefits

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Starting Pay

Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

Health Insurance

Education benefit

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Kinston, NC is seeking a Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operator to support the movement of product on the production line and operate forklifts and other powered equipment.

The role requires physical stamina, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work overtime as needed. We offer industry-leading wages, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement, and an education benefit for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklifts and powered equipment safely during qualification period.
• Able to pass required certifications for equipment operation.
• Physically demanding role requiring stamina and good hand-eye coordination.
• Must be at least 18 years old and willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, jack lifts, and other powered equipment to move product.
• Support safe, efficient movement of product along the facility’s production line.
• Meet certification requirements during the qualification period.
• Work overtime as production demands require.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow safety policies on site.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Kinston, NC is seeking a Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operator to support the movement of product on the production line and operate forklifts and other powered equipment.

The role requires physical stamina, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work overtime as needed. We offer industry-leading wages, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement, and an education benefit for eligible team members.