Packer/Scaler: MT, FS / 7am - 5pm

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefit

Be Well programs

Tuition assistance

Smithfield Scholarship Program

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking team members for production roles in a fast-paced plant environment, offering competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits.

You will perform packaging, labeling, quality checks, and safety-focused duties while maintaining cleanliness and efficiency on the production line. We provide opportunities for career growth, health benefits, and ongoing training to support your development within Smithfield.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Proper grading, scaling, labeling, and packing of products.
• Good housekeeping of workspace.
• Grades product according to quality specifications.
• Visually inspect seals on pouch before packing them in a box.
• Packs product - bags, boxes, etc.
• Labels containers and marks weights.
• May assist in departmental cleanup as required.
• Follows rotation every 30 minutes.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!**YOUR OPPORTUNITY:Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:* Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $22.91/hour* Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.* Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:*Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:** Proper grading, scaling, labeling, and packing of products.* Good housekeeping of workspace.* Grades product according to quality specifications.* Visually inspect seals on pouch before packing them in a box.* Packs product - bags, boxes, etc.* Labels containers and marks weights.* May assist in departmental clean-up as required.* Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).* Follow rotation every 30 minutes* Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions*.* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred* Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.* Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:* Cartons, bags, scales, marker, knives and scissors.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:*The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.* Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required.* Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.* Vision requirement of at least 20/40 for near and far vision.SAFETY EQUIPMENT/TRAINING REQUIREMENT:* Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, apron, raingear, hearing protection and safety shoesMANDATORY TRAINING/COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED:* Proper lifting and PPE*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.***EEO Information***Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.**If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.*### Team Member BenefitsSmithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children.