Powered Equipment Operator & Material Handler — $20.30/hr

Smithfield Foods; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay: $20.30/hr

$1.00/hr shift differential (2nd shift

Health insurance and retirement plans

Education benefit for eligible team

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is hiring Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators in North Carolina. You will operate forklifts and related equipment to move product across the facility, with certifications required during the qualification period.

The role is physically demanding and may require overtime to meet production goals. Company offers industry-leading wages and strong benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and an education benefit for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and powered equipment to move product.
• Meet required certifications during qualification period.
• May require overtime based on production demands.

Job description

Smithfield Foods is hiring Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators in North Carolina. You will operate forklifts and related equipment to move product across the facility, with certifications required during the qualification period.

The role is physically demanding and may require overtime to meet production goals. Company offers industry-leading wages and strong benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and an education benefit for eligible team members.