Smithfield is a meat plant considered the best by many drivers for picking up a load. The company people and staff are consistently described as great, super friendly, professional, and nice. Many report easy and clear instructions, with trailers often ready many hours early, allowing for quick drop and hook operations. However, there can be long waits for some loads. A key requirement is to have a clean trailer and keep the washout receipt, as there is a washout place very close by. Drivers must enter at the west gate and follow specific yard instructions for trailer drop areas. While the facility and most personnel are praised, some feedback notes issues with security guard behavior.
Pretty good not too bad. I was expecting it to be bad based on reviews. didn’t drop my trailer but rather waited for a door. Make sure you wash your trailer almost next door before you check in as you will get asked for your wash out receipt. Checked in 830 left 1230. Not bad based on my previous experience with similar... read full comment
February 2026
Follow some of the other drivers reviews. Came in with a clean empty, full of fuel for drop n hook I dropped it on the right side, my loaded trailer was on the left side, in the gravel lot Go to door 23 right by where the docks are and they will have your paperwork ready.
January 2026
Nice staff unfortunately my broker had me waiting almost a day . They go by appointment time to load
