Material Handler & Equipment Operator — Growth & Benefits

Smithfield Foods; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Health insurance

Education benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced facility.

You'll contribute to a reliable, high-quality output for families across America. Competitive starting pay, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and an education benefit are included for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Operate forklifts, jack lifts, and other powered equipment safely.
• May require overtime based on production demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered equipment to move product through the facility.
• Support a safe, efficient production line and assist coworkers.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines and wear PPE as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced facility.

You'll contribute to a reliable, high-quality output for families across America. Competitive starting pay, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and an education benefit are included for eligible team members.