Material Handler & Powered Equipment Operator

Smithfield Foods; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Sioux City, IA is hiring for Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. You will follow safety guidelines, maintain clean work areas, and cooperate with teammates to keep lines running smoothly.

The role requires the ability to stand for long shifts, meet certification requirements, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Certifications may be required during qualification period.
• Role is physically demanding with duties requiring good hand‑eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other powered equipment to move product throughout the facility.
• Meet certification/qualification requirements during training period.
• Work overtime as production demands require.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Tools

Forklifts

Powered industrial trucks

Jack lifts

High lifts

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Sioux City, IA is hiring for Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators to support production by moving product with forklifts and related equipment. You will follow safety guidelines, maintain clean work areas, and cooperate with teammates to keep lines running smoothly.

The role requires the ability to stand for long shifts, meet certification requirements, and work overtime as needed.