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Daily's

Smokehouse Operator SLC07

South Salt Lake, UT · On-site

$21.45/hr

SUMMARY Smokehouse Operator will be responsible for smokehouse cook cycles including loading and unloading trees and tending to the smokehouses. Responsible for up to 6 smokehouses and the correct ...

John F Martin & Sons LLC

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Stevens, PA · On-site

$19.50/hr

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Hormel Foods

Alma 1st shift Smokehouse lead

Alma, KS · On-site

$22.25/hr

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Lowes Foods

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Garner, NC · On-site

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Alex Lee

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Wendell, NC

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Lowes Foods

Smokehouse Pit Master

Hanahan, SC

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

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Alex Lee

Smokehouse Pit Master

Concord, NC · On-site

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for smokehouse operator in the United States is $18.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Smokehouse Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining smokehouse equipment to cure and cook meat products. They monitor temperature, humidity, and cooking times to ensure food safety and quality standards are met. Duties may also include adjusting seasoning levels, inspecting products for consistency, and cleaning equipment after each cycle. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and knowledge of food safety regulations. Smokehouse Operators typically work in food processing plants or meat production facilities.

What does a smokehouse operator do?

As a Smokehouse Operator, your typical day involves preparing and loading meats into the smokehouse, setting and monitoring temperatures and smoking cycles, and ensuring that products meet specific flavor and safety standards. You’ll frequently collaborate with butchers and quality control teams to coordinate processing schedules and troubleshoot any equipment or process issues. Attention to cleanliness and strict adherence to food safety protocols are crucial throughout your shift. Operators are often responsible for maintaining records and performing routine cleaning and maintenance of machinery. This hands-on role is ideal for those who enjoy a blend of independent tasks and teamwork in a bustling food production environment.

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To thrive as a Smokehouse Operator, you need knowledge of food safety regulations, experience with smoking and curing meats, and attention to detail in temperature and timing controls. Familiarity with industrial smokehouse equipment, HACCP certification, and basic maintenance skills are also often required. Strong organization, teamwork, and communication skills help operators coordinate with production teams and maintain quality standards. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and consistent production of high-quality smoked products.

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Smokehouse Operator SLC07

South Salt Lake, UT • On-site

Daily's
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$21.45/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY
Smokehouse Operator will be responsible for smokehouse cook cycles including loading and unloading trees and tending to the smokehouses. Responsible for up to 6 smokehouses and the correct specifications for each load. Provides day-to-day assistance to Supervisor/Management in meeting production and quality requirements. Responsible for understanding Daily's GMP's and safety policies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Load trees into smokehouses and unload trees when cycle is completed.
  • When unloading, weigh trees on scale and enter weight into computer.
  • Know which procedure to use for each of the 6 houses being use.
  • Check charts and touch screens at least hourly to make sure everything is operating correctly.
  • Change wet sock and verify probes are in proper location prior to loading house.
  • Assemble smokers at the beginning of the work week. Disassemble smokers at the end of the work week.
  • Clean and assemble brine chillers. Thoroughly clean brine chill daily.
  • Load trees into brine chill and unload when cycle is completed.
  • Monitor smokehouse sensors to ensure proper temperature, humidity, and smoke level is always maintained.
  • Keep smokers loaded with appropriate wood chips and monitor their operation.
  • Keep brine chill loaded with proper amount of salt verified by salometer reading.
  • Unload brine chill and place trees into hanging coolers. Clean and dry rails in hanging cooler before moving trees.
  • Respond to smokehouse alarms quickly and resolve issue that led to the alarm.
  • Maintain clean work area. Empty ashes from smokers every 45-60 minutes.
  • Thoroughly always clean each smokehouse at the end of each batch using a pressure washer following applicable Food Safety procedures
  • Perform other related responsibilities, as needed, to support Daily's business objectives

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS
  • Must consistently follow company rules, procedures and ensure consistency with product specifications.

  • Always follow applicable HACCP procedures. Monitor HACCP, CCP1B and maintain HACCP paperwork accurately.

  • Must have a superior attendance record
  • Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English. Bilingual English/Spanish or English/French preferred
  • Must not have any company disciplinary write ups within the past 6 months

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Standing and walking on concrete up to 10 hours a day
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift and/or push up to 75 lbs
  • Must be willing and able to handle raw product
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Temperature variations - average of 40 degrees. Exposure to noise above 85 dbl (hearing protection required).
WORK SCHEDULE: The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. Must be available to work as scheduled.
At Daily's, our mission is to bring excellence to the table. We are proud to live our core values every day.
  • We put people first.
  • We are committed to always doing the right thing.
  • We champion change.
  • We win through teamwork.

Daily's Premium Meats is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
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