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Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading ...
Mission: To produce good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.

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    People are very kind and supportive

    Cons

    Cold place to work with long hours

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    Positive62%
    Negative17%
    Neutral21%
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    Applied online59%
    Employee Referral12%
    In Person10%
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      It was very wonderful, the interviewer did not pressure me at all and everything went smoothly. We share a lot of values and talks a lot about the jobs. So I would say just be confident, prepare the interview and just be yourself when they are asking you questions.
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    Smithfield Foods Awards & Accolades

    • Selling Power ‘‘50 Best Companies to Sell For"Selling Power Magazine2021
    • World Sustainability Leader Awards FinalistSustainability Leader2021
    • Top Green ProviderFood Logistics2021
    • LEED Silver CertificationThe U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)2021
    • Outstanding Registered Apprenticeship EmployerApprenticeship NC2021

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    Smithfield Foods Locations

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    • Cincinnati, OH
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    • Clinton, NC
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