Smithfield
agriculture
ProductionManagerTrainee
“Production Manager Trainee at Smithfield. Trains daily in a swine facility gaining a general understanding of processes. Engaged under the supervision of the appropriate department leader”
Industry & Context.
Proactive thinker
Must be able to walk and stand on concrete for 9 to 12 hours per day, walking down narrow alleys and in and out of narrow penning, Must be able to work an average 48 hour week which includes weekends and holidays, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, do frequent stooping, bending, and climbing, Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily, Frequently required to walk; use hands to handle or reach with hands and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear, Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i. e. penicillin), Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Must be working toward a degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a recent graduate, Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Willingness to work in a team environment, Ability to work independently as well as with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment, Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building working relationships and a positive work environment, Must be able to walk and stand on concrete for 9 to 12 hours per day, walking down narrow alleys and in and out of narrow penning, Must be able to work an average 48 hour week which includes weekends and holidays, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, do frequent stooping, bending, and climbing, Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily, Frequently required to walk; use hands to handle or reach with hands and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear, Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i. e. penicillin), Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions
Nice to Have
Agriculture related majors preferred
What You'll Do.
Trains daily in a swine facility gaining a general understanding of processes
Engaged under the supervision of the appropriate department leader
Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws
Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor
Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process
Performs all duties as defined by supervisor
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaboration
Communication Scope
communication skills; written; verbal
Process & Methodology
time, project, organizational management skills
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