Director of Production

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The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. 

Accountable for implementing production system requirements through a team of Production Managers and Production Specialists, emphasis in sow production, including Profit & Loss responsibility and continuous improvements in production efficiencies while maintaining focus on low cost production results.

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for accomplishing the mission and goals of Smithfield Hog Production.

• Responsible for all associated strategic planning and goal development.

• Responsible for the financial and operating (production and support) performance of the assigned business unit.

• Responsible for all support operations of the assigned business unit.

• Responsible for all public, governmental, and environmental affairs associated with Smithfield Hog Production Business Unit.

• Responsible for the employees of SHP business unit.

• Responsible for duties associated with SHP business unit as assigned by the Regional General Manager.

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.

Qualifications

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 Animal Science or a business related field and 10+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development is required.

• Current and valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.

• Proven emphasis and success in Sow production.

• Demonstrated history of successful production and leadership.

• PQA certification.

• Must be available to work nights and weekend when necessary.

• Must be available for occasional travel.

• Must understand that Smithfield Hog Production is a producer of high-quality pork for human consumption and must be supportive of the mission of raising swine for meat.

• Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers.

• Ability to develop Standard Operating Procedures and training material.

• Proven written and oral communication skills.

• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Access, Internet and Pigknows knowledge are preferred.

• Must be able to work under stress.

• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises department team leaders

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to type, handle or lift objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Relocation Package Available Yes

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, 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.