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Smithfield Foods logoSmithfield Foods

General Labor- New Hire- 1st Shift

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$454M raised

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 …

Skills: Hand Tool Operation, Knife Handling, Meat Processing, Attention To Detail, Hand-Eye Coordination

Smithfield Foods logoSmithfield Foods

Packer

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$454M raised

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 …

Skills: Hand Tools, Knife Handling, Machinery Operation, Attention To Detail, Hand-Eye Coordination

Smithfield Foods logoSmithfield Foods

Packer

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$454M raised

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 …

Skills: Hand Tools, Knife Handling, Machinery Operation, Attention To Detail, Hand-Eye Coordination

Domino's logoDomino's

Delivery Driver(05535) - 1201 W Vernon Ave., Ste E.

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$1.3B raised

Job Description ABOUT THE JOB Right now Domino's is looking for qualified drivers to staff stores in your area. We're growing so fast it's hard to keep up, and that means Domino's has lots of ways for you to grow (if tha…

Skills: Driving, Delivery, Time Management, Customer Service

Domino's logoDomino's

Customer Service Rep(05535) - 1201 W Vernon Ave., Ste E.

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$1.3B raised

Job Description ABOUT THE JOB Imagine yourself with a job with flexible hours, competitive pay, a fun environment, did we mention flexible hours? We're already imagining you in that job, right now. We're imagining that b…

Skills: Customer Service, Phone Handling, Pizza Making

Wayne-Sanderson Farms logoWayne-Sanderson Farms

QA Operator - 2nd Shift

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Primarily responsible for verification of production processes, packaging, food safety and monitoring of operational sanitation. Responsible for proper documentation, inventory control, and release of h…

Skills: Quality Assurance, Food Safety, GMP Enforcement, Inventory Control, Documentation

Smithfield Foods logoSmithfield Foods

Unload - Warehouse Dry Goods/Supply

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$454M raised

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 …

Skills: Material Handling Equipment, Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Inventory Accuracy, Food Safety

Domino's logoDomino's

Assistant Manager(05535) - 1201 W Vernon Ave., Ste E.

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level$1.3B raised

Job Description ABOUT THE JOB You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then you go to work and you make sure that everyo…

Skills: Judgment, Math, Multitasking, Leadership, Management

Domino's logoDomino's

General Manager(05535) - 1201 W Vernon Ave., Ste E.

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level$1.3B raised

Job Description ABOUT THE JOB You've been working your way up in the restaurant world for awhile. Maybe you even have a little college under your belt on the subject. Whatever the case may be, you know you want to manage…

Skills: Restaurant Management, Leadership, Operations Management, Team Growth

Campbell Oil Company logoCampbell Oil Company

Assistant Manager - MFM

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Kinston, NC 28501Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: AnyMinuteman Food Mart - Assistant Manager Kinston, NC Join us as we grow together personally and professionally! Four Generations of family Ma…

Skills: Retail Management, Inventory Management, Employee Supervision, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising

Novolex logoNovolex

Packing Associate

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$15/hr–$17/hr

Entry level

Company Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, gro…

Skills: Packing, Quality Inspection, Hand-eye Coordination, Color Vision, Verbal Communication

Wayne-Sanderson Farms logoWayne-Sanderson Farms

Sanitation Technician - 3rd Shift

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$21/hr

Entry level

Shift: 3rd Time: Times may vary. 9:00pm - 5:00am 12:00am - 7:00am Pay: $19.60- $21.85 PRIMARY FUNCTION: Clean and maintain assigned area. Maintain control of all the parts which could include all gaskets and replacement …

Skills: Machinery Tear Down, Chemical Handling, Sanitization, Equipment Setup, Self-Motivation

Minuteman Food Mart logoMinuteman Food Mart

Assistant Manager - MFM

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Kinston, NC 28501Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: AnyMinuteman Food Mart - Assistant Manager Kinston, NC Join us as we grow together personally and professionally! Four Generations of family Ma…

Skills: Retail Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Employee Supervision, Visual Merchandising

Campbell Oil Company logoCampbell Oil Company

Sales Associate - PT

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job DetailsJob Location: Kinston, NC 28501Position Type: Part TimeMinuteman Food Mart - Sales Associate - Part Time Kinston, NC Join us as we grow together personally and professionally! Four Generations of family leader…

Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, POS Systems, Inventory Management, Merchandising

Minuteman Food Mart logoMinuteman Food Mart

Sales Associate - PT

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job DetailsJob Location: Kinston, NC 28501Position Type: Part TimeMinuteman Food Mart - Sales Associate - Part Time Kinston, NC Join us as we grow together personally and professionally! Four Generations of family leader…

Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, POS Systems, Inventory Management, Verbal Communication

The Peach House Restaurant

Baker

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Position Summary: The Baker is responsible for the production of sweet dessert baked goods and savory casseroles and other dishes for PHR customers and catering orders. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Obtain compl…

Skills: Baking, Pastry Production, Sandwich Preparation, Customer Service, Catering

The Peach House Restaurant

Dishwasher/Delivery Team Member

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Peach House Restaurant is now hiring a Dishwasher/Delivery Team Member You must be reliable, hard-working and have the ability to work in a high paced work environment. This role includes dishwashing, light food prep sup…

Skills: Dishwashing, Food Preparation, General Maintenance, Cleaning, Delivery Driving

The Peach House Restaurant

Front Of House Team Member

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

We're looking for smiling faces to join our Front of the House Team in a fun and fast paced environment. Pay rate starting at $12.00 or based on experience Direct Deposit Company uniform (shirt or t-shirt) provided Disco…

Skills: Customer Service, Communication Skills, Order Taking, Sanitation Guidelines, Inventory Management

The Peach House Restaurant

Kitchen Team Member

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

We're looking for smiling faces to join our Kitchen Team in a fun and fast paced environment. Pay rate starting at $12.00 or based on experience Direct Deposit Company uniform (shirt or t-shirt) provided Discounted meal …

Skills: Food Preparation, Communication Skills, Sanitation Guidelines, Inventory Rotation, Kitchen Maintenance

Wayne-Sanderson Farms logoWayne-Sanderson Farms

Poultry Processing Supervisor

Kinston, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Poultry Processing Supervisor supervises production line/ department personnel to ensure all procedures are followed in compliance with Company policies (i.e. HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, etc.) and Federal a…

Skills: Production Supervision, HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, USDA Regulations

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General Labor- New Hire- 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods

Kinston, North Carolina, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Education Benefit, Tuition Assistance, Be Well Programs, Smithfield Scholarship Program
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Perform essential production tasks using hand tools, knives, and machinery to process meat products for consumers. Support coworkers to maintain a safe, efficient production line and ensure high-quality food standards.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and capable of performing physically demanding tasks in extreme temperatures and humid environments. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and stand for up to 12-hour shifts.

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!

The Value You’ll Bring
As a General Laborer 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.

Your Opportunity

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

  • Competitive Starting Pay -$18.60/hr 
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More 
  • Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements

 
What You’ll Do
Production employees will work with hand tools, knives, machinery and 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 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.

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.

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About Smithfield Foods

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Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Smithfield, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
112,128
Total funding
$454M

Smithfield Foods 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.

Offices: 200 Commerce Street, Smithfield, Virginia 23430, US

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Frequently asked questions

How many Food & Beverage jobs are open in Kinston, NC right now?

There are currently 29 open food & beverage positions in Kinston, NC listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Food & Beverage roles in Kinston, NC?

Companies currently hiring include Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Smithfield Foods, Domino's, IB Builders, INC, Campbell Oil Company, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

How do I apply for Food & Beverage jobs in Kinston, NC?

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