Meat Packaging Machine Operator – Growth & Benefits

Smithfield Foods; St. Charles (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education benefit

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate meat cutting and packaging equipment, ensuring food safety, product quality, and efficient flow on a fast-paced line.

Starting pay is $22.50 per hour with a $1.00/hour differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and opportunities for growth in a safety‑conscious, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts.
• Able to stand for long periods on concrete surfaces.
• Work around animal byproducts and in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Operate meat cutting/packaging machines and related equipment.
• Maintain safe, clean, and efficient production line.
• Follow standard operating procedures and quality controls.
• Assist teammates and adapt to production demands as needed.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Tools

Meat cutting machinery

Packaging equipment

Computerized equipment

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate meat cutting and packaging equipment, ensuring food safety, product quality, and efficient flow on a fast-paced line.

Starting pay is $22.50 per hour with a $1.00/hour differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and opportunities for growth in a safety‑conscious, team‑oriented environment.