Our Approach

Our comprehensive approach to employee health and safety is more than just a set of rigorous policies. It is a critical element of the culture that makes Smithfield a great place to work. We are focused on ensuring our workers return safe, happy, and healthy to their families at the end of every shift, from the first day of work through retirement. That’s why we require strict adherence to our health and safety policies from every worker and visitor at every Smithfield facility around the world. We also practice “stop work authority,” which empowers all our workers to stop work, without fear of retribution, if they believe something is unsafe.

Employee health includes well-being in and out of work. To support our employees’ financial, physical and mental health at every life stage, we take action to provide a positive work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and unique learning opportunities.

We empower all our workers to stop work, without fear of retribution, if they believe something is unsafe.