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Production Associate 2nd Shift

at Smithfield in Junction City, Kansas, United States

Job Description

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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!

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:
Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $19.55/hour
$1/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
Education benefit available to full- and part time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
5:30pm to 5:30am (Pack) - Mon-Friday & Sats

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.
The ValueYou'llBring

As a GeneralProductionteam member at Smithfield Foods,you'llplay a key role in delivering safe, high-quality food by performing essential production tasks and supporting your coworkers. Your reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic will help us meet our standardsforsafety, quality, and teamwork every day.

You'llcontribute to a positive work environment, helpmaintaina safe and efficient production line, and ensure our products reach families across America. Your dedication and willingness to learn will make a real difference-both to your team and to our mission of deliveringgood food, responsibly.

WhatYou'llDo

GeneralProduction employees will work with hand tools, knives,machineryand other equipment to process meat products for the consumer. These positions can be physically demanding and require good hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Production team members must be able to work their scheduled shift and maybe requiredto 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.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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 with a knife (if trained)

Work in cold areas (approximately 20-40degrees) and/orwarm areas (over 100 degrees)

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,walkwaysand platforms

Bend, stoop, and twist repetitively over the course of an entire shift

Walk long distances

May require certificationin order tooperatevarious pieces of equipmentrequiredfor 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 overheadlifting upto 30lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60lbs, orlifting of objects using mechanicalassistance.

Additionalessential functions maybe applicableto specific jobs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skillsrequired ofpersonnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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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.

Smithfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.

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Job Posting: 13610963

Posted On: Jul 10, 2026

Updated On: Jul 10, 2026

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