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If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. 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're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:As the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, you will be the cornerstone of our commitment to worker health, safety, and environmental stewardship. You will lead regulatory requirements in areas such as Worker Safety, Environmental, Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Program (RMP), Security, Waste/Wastewater Operations, and medical management. You will lead the charge in the implementation of EHS programs, communicate initiatives relating to Smithfield's Injury Prevention System (SIPS) and Environmental Management System (EMS), as well as provide direction regarding compliance, training, and EHS practices at all levels within the location.You will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and implementing our comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety programs.Join us and make a significant impact on our safety culture and environmental responsibilityWHAT YOU'LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Programs: You will oversee the implementation and management of Environmental, Health and Safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA and company standards. You will conduct annual program reviews, maintain the Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS), and address audit findings promptly. Your role includes leading ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification efforts, managing Process Safety and Risk Management Programs for ammonia refrigeration, and coordinating site security plans with management.Process: You will be responsible for ensuring effective healthcare and handling of incidents to reduce workers' compensation costs, absenteeism, and turnover. You will review and monitor incident investigation reports, participate in claim reviews and mediations, and address EHS incident trends with actionable plans. You will train production employees and management on OSHA, environmental regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and emergency response protocols.Compliance: You will ensure timely completion of employee exposure surveys and oversee environmental permit applications to prevent lapses in coverage. Additionally, you will monitor and enforce compliance with safety programs and environmental permits and plans, report non-compliance to the appropriate individuals and facilitate necessary corrections or re-training according to company policies.Training: You will be accountable for ensuring training is conducted as required by regulatory and Smithfield EHS systems.Key Performance Indicators: Your responsibility includes maintaining compliance with Key Performance Indicators and communicate action plans to your team based on results.Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.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 the environmental, health and safety field and 5+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.Ability to make strategic decisions while in stressful situations including leading emergency response efforts.Comfortable with, at times, working long hours, weekends, and remaining in an on-call status when required including adjusting work schedule to cover evening/night shift training or to troubleshoot concerns as determined by Plant Management.Occasional travel involved to collaborate with others. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT :Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations including Process Safety Management requirements for ammonia refrigeration.Air, water, and waste permitting experience for an industrial plant setting.Thorough knowledge of workers' compensation processes and injury investigation requirements.Strong oral and written communication skills for drafting reports, business correspondence, and procedures in English.Effective presentation skills and ability to responds to questions from a diverse audience.Detail oriented.Self-motivated, result-oriented, focused on meeting deadlines.Demonstrated ability to effectively work on a computer, access company programs and files, work in and learn Windows-based database systems, Excel worksheet navigation, word processing programs, Human Resource electronic systems, SAP (preferred), Internet software, manufacturing software.Math skills to calculate efficiencies, percentage reductions, and air emissions on a rolling 12-month basis.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.Noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Indoor and outdoor work environments.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Frequently required to stand; walk; use stairs, some ladder climbing, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear.Work alternate shifts and some weekends.Ability to deliver information to diverse audiences.Fundamental mathematical skills for managing Key Performance Indicators.Embody respect, approachability, and a team-oriented demeanor for fostering robust working relationships and cultivating a positive work environment.Thrive in collaborating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Your OpportunityOur team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages:
Competitive PayAnnual Bonus Earning PotentialEarn up to 30% additional pay weekly with our Extended Work Week Compensation Program*Earn up to 10% additional pay weekly for 2nd and 3rd shift positions*Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.*Program eligibilities apply
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In Operations, you would be on the front-line of the business; overseeing production, tracking product yields, and making necessary adjustments. Ensuring that safety and USDA health standards are met throughout all steps of the manufacturing process. You would be a key player in upholding the trusted quality in which Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and our other brands are known to possess.
This position supervises production employees on assigned shifts to ensure production guidelines are being met within established timing, quality, and cost standards. Trains, directs, coaches and leads the production team in the day-to-day operations to meet production, safety and quality requirements. Drives the communication of production goals and objectives, as well as results in order to effectively motivate the team to maintain a high standard of product quality while maximizing plant efficiencies. Directs the routine maintenance and set up of machines, equipment, and facilities. Core ResponsibilitiesPerforms daily walks and visual inspections of the Production floor in observation of unsafe acts or conditions; takes immediate corrective action where necessary.Maintains safety/environmental self-audits & visual checks, champions all safety or ergonomic activities for the department and helps to develop and meet plant safety goals.Maintain desired product quality and safety. Ensure all staff and employees know and understand the Food Safety plan and the Food Quality plan.Trains employees to ensure safe operating procedures are followed, including lock-out and tag-out.Adheres to product specification requirements throughout the manufacturing process to maintain the desired product quality results.Maintains adequate knowledge of products and equipment to ensure the ability to direct employees to perform the job properly.Ensures tasks are completed in accordance with HACCP and USDA regulations; taking corrective action when necessary.Walks the production floor daily and holds monthly line meetings to address questions and concerns.Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies.Works with the Operations Managers and/or Superintendents/Supervisors to maintain knowledge of yields and variances, methods of calculations, typical problem areas and methods for corrections and improvement.Suggests changes in work flow processes and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the department and/or production crew to maintain the lowest level of downtime and product costs possible.Traces and analyzes key product result measures for improvement opportunities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. QualificationsTo 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 Business or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.Knowledge of SAP, Internet, Spreadsheet, Word and Order processing, and Inventory software, preferred.Previous food processing experience, supervisory experience, manufacturing knowledge and understanding of yields, plant efficiencies, and operations procedures, preferred.Bilingual a plus - Excellent oral and written communication skills.Able to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issues.Strong problem solving, math, and analytical skills.Ability motivate, train and coach employees to encourage optimum performance and engagement.Good planning and priority setting skills.Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.Ability to work in varying production environments (heat and cold).May be required to work long hours and weekends.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesProvides leadership and guidance to employees on the Production Floor.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.Work Environment & Physical DemandsThe work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.IndSPR-OpsEEO/AA InformationSmithfield 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, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed 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.