Smithfield
agriculture
ProductionOSUIntern
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“Production OSU Intern at Smithfield. Trains daily in a swine facility. Gaining a general understanding of processes”
What You'll Achieve.
make a real impact
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, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics, Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
working toward a degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a recent graduate, Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Willingness to learn and work in a team environment, Proactive thinker and self-motivated, time, project, and organizational management skills, 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 supervision of department leader
Learning/performing duties and responsibilities
Responsible for being in compliance with environmental laws
Report all environmental issues immediately
Read and understand emergency notification process
Responsible for reviewing policy at work site
Performs all duties as defined by supervisor
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work in a team environment; work with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment; building working relationships and a positive work environment
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Process & Methodology
organizational management skills
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 Smithfield Foods internship program offers students a paid opportunity to train in an environment that fosters real-life experiences, explores career options, and applies your education. Our goal is to provide a training environment that not only encourages creativity, but offers equality, diversity, mutual respect, and productivity. Our internships are typically 10 weeks. Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $17.50/hour ## Core Responsibilities * Trains daily in a swine facility gaining a general understanding of processes and how these processes interrelate to overall company efforts in swine production. * Engaged under the supervision of the appropriate department leader while learning/performing duties and responsibilities of a particular function. * Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production Division subscribes * Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor * Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site * Performs all duties as defined by supervisor _The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned
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