Production Intern Summer

Smithfield Foods • Laverne, OK

2d

About The Position

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! Your Opportunity College student employed during semester break or track to be exposed to the various activities of Human Resources within a large corporation setting. Engaged under the supervision of the appropriate department leader and Intern Coordinator while learning/performing duties and responsibilities of a particular function. Core Responsibilities Gains a general understanding of work processes, how these processes interrelate to overall company efforts. Performs tasks of hourly positions and project manager in the functional area where assigned. Tasks are specified on Intern Development Plan. Includes: Process Improvement, collecting data for statistical tracking projects include turnover, safety trends, labor law issues, EEOC compliance, training, and recruiting. Develops and establishes rapport/relationships with all personnel and management. Develops and prepares required final report and presentation based upon experiences encountered and findings of individual department project or workflow process. Report wills address/share opportunities for improvement. Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by management according to standards. Possesses ability to lift up to 50 pounds, do frequent stooping, bending and climbing, walk, speak, see and hear. Possesses ability to work a flexible schedule including weekend work. Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Murphy Farms, Inc. subscribes. Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor. Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site. Serve on committees as directed to include: transportation, feed manufacturing, animal welfare and employee relations. 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.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree in Animal Science or related Agricultural field of study, or equivalent supervisory experience and/or previous swine experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to work an average 48 hour week, which can vary frequently.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily
• Ability to lead others
• Ability and willingness to relocate to complete training and assume first managerial assignment
• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft software
• 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

• Gains a general understanding of work processes, how these processes interrelate to overall company efforts.
• Performs tasks of hourly positions and project manager in the functional area where assigned.
• Tasks are specified on Intern Development Plan. Includes: Process Improvement, collecting data for statistical tracking projects include turnover, safety trends, labor law issues, EEOC compliance, training, and recruiting.
• Develops and establishes rapport/relationships with all personnel and management.
• Develops and prepares required final report and presentation based upon experiences encountered and findings of individual department project or workflow process.
• Report wills address/share opportunities for improvement.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by management according to standards.
• Possesses ability to lift up to 50 pounds, do frequent stooping, bending and climbing, walk, speak, see and hear.
• Possesses ability to work a flexible schedule including weekend work.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Murphy Farms, Inc. subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• Serve on committees as directed to include: transportation, feed manufacturing, animal welfare and employee relations.

Benefits

• Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
• These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Our company invests in your future.
• We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.
• For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
• Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern