Smithfield
ProductionManagerTrainee
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“Production Manager Trainee at Smithfield. Skills: process management, animal husbandry, leadership. Learn farm department areas. Gain understanding of company systems”
Industry & Context.
Must be able to work an average 48-hour week, Weekend, evening, and holiday work required, Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily, Ability and willingness to relocate, Ability to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions, Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, Frequently required to walk; use hands to handle or reach with hands to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Animal Science or related Agricultural field of study, or currently enrolled college student with an anticipated graduation by end of current semester, Must be able to work an average 48-hour week, which can vary frequently, Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed, Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily, Ability to lead others, Ability and willingness to relocate to complete training and assume first managerial assignment, Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft software, Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment, Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building working relationships and a positive work environment, Must be supportive of the mission of raising swine for human consumption of high-quality pork products, Must be able to tolerate and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry, Must be able to operate a high-pressure washing system
What You'll Do.
Learn farm department areas
Gain understanding of company systems
Perform and master hourly jobs
Develop and prepare required reports
Comply with environmental laws
Complete Leadership Certification
Understand and comply with company policies
Perform responsibilities as acting HOD
Be on call for emergency situations
Progression in Manager Training program
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
building working relationships; positive work environment
Communication Scope
communication
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** ## Your Opportunity The Production Manager Trainee is responsible for learning, demonstrating knowledge and skills, and becoming certified in all aspects of company systems and the pork industry standards. This position functions under the supervision of the appropriate department leader while performing all duties and responsibilities as a learning/development process. * Hourly Competitive Starting Pay $18.50/hour * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. * Education benefit available to full- and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements. ## Core Responsibilities * Learns, demonstrates capability/knowledge and becomes certified in all farm department areas including fulfilling all the requirements and responsibilities listed under the Breeding/Farrowing and Nursery/Finishing job description. * Gains a solid understanding of and ability to implement company systems such as pig production processes, animal flow, farm health, genetics, husbandry, etc. * Performs and masters all hourly jobs under supervision. Becomes certified in each job after showing competence and skill/understanding in each. * Develops and prepares required reports on experiences encountered and addresses/shares opportunities for improvement. * Re
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