Top 8 Meat processing Jobs in Waukee Ia

Mark Temple Meat - 1st Shift
Smithfield Foods —Des Moines, IA
- From $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Ability to climb stairs
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
5d
(USA) Senior Meat Cutter
Sam's Club —Des Moines, IA
- $19 - $27 an hour
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Continuous improvement
- Paid jury duty
- Disability insurance
Inspect Jowl - 1st Shift
Smithfield Foods —Des Moines, IA
- From $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Ability to climb stairs
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
5d
Production Associate
Charcuterie Artisans —Norwalk, IA
- $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Manufacturing
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
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Remove Aitch Bone - 1st Shift
Smithfield Foods —Des Moines, IA
- From $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Ability to climb stairs
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
5d
Pull Loins Rotate on Scribe Saw - 1st Shift
Smithfield Foods —Des Moines, IA
- From $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Ability to climb stairs
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
5d
Hog Driver - 1st Shift
Smithfield Foods —Des Moines, IA
- From $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Ability to climb stairs
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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Clean and sanitize patty machines, tools, and work areas. Meet daily production quotas and efficiency targets. Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
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The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
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Mark Temple Meat - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $20.60 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Entry level

Full Job Description

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!

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $20.60/hour
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, and More.
Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team 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 meat products. Additionally, responsible for following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, completing production related paperwork and meeting product specifications.

The Value You’ll Bring

As a Harvest Skilled Knife team member at Smithfield Foods, you’ll play 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 standards for safety, quality, and teamwork every day.

You’ll contribute to a positive work environment, help maintain a 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 delivering good food , responsibly.

What You’ll Do

Harvest Skilled Knife positions will work with hand tools, knives, machinery and other equipment to process meat products for the consumer. These positions will primarily use straight knives, skinning tools, shaving tools, hand saws, powered whizard knives and other various knives . Thes e positions can be physically demanding , require good hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Harvest Skilled Knife positions 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. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . 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 20-40 degrees) and/or warm 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, 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 30 lbs , single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs , or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance .

Additional essential functions may be applicable to 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 skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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.

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meat processing jobs in waukee ia

Mark Temple Meat - 1st Shift

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

Inspect Jowl - 1st Shift

Production Associate

Remove Aitch Bone - 1st Shift

Pull Loins Rotate on Scribe Saw - 1st Shift

Hog Driver - 1st Shift

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