Director of Production

Smithfield Foods • Algona, IA

307d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree