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Overview
A great job—and a great future—awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We are looking for motivated people who want to grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply now!
The Value You'll Bring
As a Process Improvement Engineer, you will be at the forefront of transforming manufacturing operations by unlocking efficiency, minimizing waste, and driving measurable cost savings across multiple facilities. In this high-impact role, you'll lead data-driven initiatives that optimize production systems and align with our strategic business goals. Through close collaboration with cross-functional teams and hands-on mentorship of plant personnel, you'll foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
What You'll Do
The following responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of duties and skills and may be supplemented as needed.
What We're Seeking
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Other Skills That Make You Stand Out
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and A3 problem-solving preferred.
Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Self-starter with a high level of accountability; able to work independently or in teams.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a collaborative and coaching mindset.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Ability to lead by influence, using data to support initiatives and drive improvements.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to occasionally lift / move up to 50 pounds.
Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and working in varying temperature conditions.
Exposure to mechanical parts, airborne particles, and factory noise during site visits.
Willingness to work in both office and production environments for extended periods.
Relocation package available
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic as required by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
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