Warehouse Material Handler: Growth & Benefits (2nd Shift)

Smithfield Foods; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Sioux City, IA, is seeking a Material Handler to safely build pallets, receive and store product, and prepare shipments in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will use forklifts and RF units, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate paperwork while supporting production goals. A high school diploma or GED and English proficiency are required; forklift certification is needed during training, with opportunities for health benefits and education support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• Previous warehouse or heavy lifting experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually.
• Must obtain powered industrial truck certifications during initial training phase.
• Ability to operate pallet jack and other MHE.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate warehouse material handling equipment.
• Use RF units and pick tickets and receiving documentation.
• Build pallet loads for shipment.
• Ensure item pick accuracy and safety of product.
• Follow pallet stacking, wrapping, and housekeeping standards.
• Inform supervisor of differences in case quantity or product description.

Skills

English literacy

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Sioux City, IA, is seeking a Material Handler to safely build pallets, receive and store product, and prepare shipments in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will use forklifts and RF units, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate paperwork while supporting production goals. A high school diploma or GED and English proficiency are required; forklift certification is needed during training, with opportunities for health benefits and education support.