Receive/Check/Load/High Lift - Supply - 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in St. Charles, IL seeks a full-time Receive/Check/Load/High Lift associate for the 3rd shift. The role involves setup, inspection, and operation of processing equipment, plus documentation and adherence to SOPs in a cold-to-hot production environment.

Candidates should have forklift experience, ability to follow safety rules, and willingness to complete PIT training. Competitive hourly pay and shift differential apply along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must pass PIT training and understand safe driving techniques.
• Ability to complete production and pre-op paperwork accurately.
• Ability to read and follow both written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and operate equipment for pet food processing.
• Follow standard operating procedures and produce paperwork per specs.
• Maintain safety and use PPE; operate knives, tools, and equipment safely.
• Work in cold or hot environments and handle loads up to 60 lbs.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Follow SOPs

Tools

Forklift

Job description

## Receive/Check/Load/High Lift - Supply - 3rd ShiftApply: Onsite: St Charles, IL: Full time: Posted Today: R-2026-15614**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!**Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: * Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.50/hour* $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions* Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.* Education benefit available to full-time and part-time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient set up, inspection and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of pet food / treats products. Additionally, responsible for following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, completing production related paperwork and meeting product specifications. Core Responsibilities * Must have a minimum of 6 months forklift experience.* Warehouse experience preferred.* Continuous standing in one location for extended periods (up to 2-3 hours before break). Many jobs have fixed workstation locations and are conveyor line paced.* Walking long distances sometimes on wet, uneven and slippery surfaces.* Climbing or moving on ladders, steps, stairwells, walkways, and platforms.* Carrying, lifting, lowering, pushing and pulling of heavy and or awkward objects or loads. *Lifting and lowering of objects up to 60 lbs.* Pushing or pulling of heavy roller carts, bins, or transport containers.* Working in *cold environment 20-45 deg F, hot environment exceeding 100 deg F* and frequent contact with animal fats.* Wearing, using and maintaining personal protective equipment. Using, cleaning, maintaining, and safe handling of sharp cutting tools.* Frequent *static and /or awkward work postures* with neck and spine flexion while grasping, pinching, pulling, lifting, extending, flexing the hands and arms to perform tasks. A variety of arm and hand movements are required in applying force, movement and repetition.* Using and maintaining a variety of knives, hand tools, powered tools and equipment, electrical devices, controls, and motorized vehicles.* Being able to understand and follow oral and written instruction from supervisors and designated staff.* Additional essential functions may be applicable to specific jobs Qualifications * Must be able to comprehend and pass the PIT training, must also understand safe driving techniques.* Must be able to properly complete paperwork for production and pre-op check lists.* Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions and labels.* Follow established personal safety guidelines and policies.* Follow established food safety guidelines and policies.IndSPR-OpsRelocation Package Available