Material Handler - 2nd Shift

About the Opportunity Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $21.93/hour $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions Shift: Mon.–Thurs. 7PM – 5:30AM Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefit available to full‑time and part‑time Smithfield teams members upon meeting eligibility requirements. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. What You’ll Do Material Handlers/Powered Equipment Operators will work with forklifts, jack lifts, high lifts, and powered industrial trucks to support movement of product throughout the facility. These positions require meeting specific certifications during the qualification period. They can be physically demanding and require good hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail. Powered Equipment Operators must be able to work their scheduled shift and may be required to work overtime depending on production demands. Physical Demands & Work Environment To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must be willing and able to: Understand and follow oral and written instructions Perform a task requiring continuous/repetitive movement, including grasping, pinching hands, flexing, and extending arms Stand on concrete and/or platforms for up to a 12‑hour shift Work around animal blood and/or carcass parts Work in cold areas (approximately 20–40°F) and/or warm areas (over 100°F) Work in an environment that is wet and humid Work while wearing a hard hat, hearing/eye protection, and steel‑toed safety shoes Work in a noisy environment using personal protective equipment (PPE) Work with sanitation/cleaning chemicals Work around strong smells/odors Climb/move on ladders, steps, stairways, walkways, and platforms Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift Walk long distances May require certification in order to operate various pieces of equipment required for the position. This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups. Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Relocation Package Relocation Package Available. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr