Governance Specialist

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Governance Specialist helps drive continuous improvement across Smithfield’s manufacturing operations by supporting the Process Improvement Engineering team. This role works with key business partners to deliver training, review plant performance, and identify ways to boost efficiency and effectiveness. It also supports special projects and uses data to guide smart decision-making. Governance Specialists help build the systems and tools that make process improvement stick. They train others, document best practices, and work closely with teams across Operations, Engineering, Food Safety & Quality, and Training to support a culture of excellence and long-term success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced level knowledge of Excel.
Familiar with Microsoft Power Bi, Forms, and Power Automate.
Strong ability to learn new programs and technical skills as necessary.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Strategic thinking skills, and the ability to effectively translate strategy into operating methodology and results.
Demonstrated planning, organization, and execution skills.
Strong interpersonal and technical 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.
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities across manufacturing sites to improve efficiency and performance.
Use data analysis and root cause techniques to solve operational challenges.
Lead and support special projects that align with company goals.
Develop and deliver engaging training and workshops to support process improvement.
Guide teams in applying lean tools and practices consistently across locations.
Coach managers on executing strategic plans and sustaining improvements.
Conduct audits and assessments to ensure changes are effective and lasting.

Benefits

Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Medical plans with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs through Guild partnership.
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement for obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.