Shipping Clerk - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Shipping Clerk to ensure accurate, on-time delivery of products. You will manage paperwork, coordinate with carriers, and maintain inventory and safety practices in a fast-paced facility.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred shipping experience, forklift capability, and basic SAP/Microsoft Office skills. Relocation support may be available and advancement opportunities exist within a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous experience in a shipping environment handling customer orders is preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift is preferred.
• General knowledge of shipping procedures is a plus.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of shipping paperwork including purchase orders, return authorizations, and delivery notes with accuracy.
• Direct movement of shipments from receiving to storage areas and schedule inbound/outbound loads.
• Provide timely updates to carriers, logistics partners, and customers; coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues.
• Use SAP to print pick lists, confirm/post orders, and access key shipment details.
• Maintain proper storage, inventory control, and a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Math

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Bilingual

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As a Shipping Clerk, you’ll be the key link in making sure products move smoothly and accurately. You’ll verify incoming and outgoing shipments, keep detailed records, and prepare items for delivery with precision and care. Your attention to detail ensures every order reaches its destination on time and in perfect condition—helping us deliver on our promise to customers.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Documentation & Accuracy - Handle a variety of paperwork, including purchase orders, return authorizations, delivery notes, and other shipping documents. Review delivery notes for special instructions and highlight them for material handlers. Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation while resolving routine issues quickly and effectively.
• Shipping & Logistics - Direct the movement of shipments from receiving platforms to storage and work areas. Schedule inbound and outbound loads and keep a detailed log of all commercial vehicles. Prepare special labels for customer orders and ensure every shipment meets delivery deadlines.
• Communication & Collaboration - Provide timely, professional updates to carriers, 3rd-party logistics partners, and internal/external customers. Share information with customer service representatives and work closely with internal teams to track and resolve carrier issues.
• Technology & Process Improvement - Use SAP to print pick lists, confirm and post orders, and access key details like carrier, ship date, and tracking numbers. Apply a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiency gains.
• Quality & Safety - Help ensure proper storage, inventory control, and security of all product stocks. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area at all times.
• Team Support = Act as a backup for other office personnel when needed, ensuring seamless operations across the team.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), required.
• Previous experience working in a Shipping environment where processing of customer orders was completed, preferred.
• General knowledge of shipping procedures, a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift, preferred.
• Bilingual, preferred.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office, SAP and other office equipment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced setting and effectively work in a team environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• 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.

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 plant environment 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 in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area. Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand, use hands and/or fingers to grasp, handle, feel, reach and pull; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The expected pay range for this position is $14.42 - $24.04 per hour.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations.

At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available

No 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.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly." is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield 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.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrich and Nathan's Famous, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.