Meat Packaging Machine Operator - Fast-Paced Production

Smithfield Foods; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $21.50/hour

$1.00/hour shift differential (2nd/3rd

Health Insurance and Retirement

Education benefit available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is looking for a Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate meat cutting and packaging equipment, support a safe and efficient line, and ensure products meet quality standards.

The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work across shifts, including potential overtime. You will contribute to a collaborative environment that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement while producing high-quality food for families across

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand for up to a 12-hour shift in a cold or warm production environment.
• Work around animal byproducts and use of knives where trained.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate meat cutting/packaging machines and related equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient production line.
• Meet quality and safety standards for all products.
• Support teammates and participate in shift handoffs and overtime as needed.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Tools

Computerized equipment knowledge

Job description

Smithfield Foods is looking for a Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate meat cutting and packaging equipment, support a safe and efficient line, and ensure products meet quality standards.

The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work across shifts, including potential overtime. You will contribute to a collaborative environment that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement while producing high-quality food for families across