Shift Operations Manager

Smithfield Foods • Greenfield, IN

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! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Ready to lead from the front lines? In Operations, you’ll oversee production, track product yields, and make real-time adjustments to keep everything running at peak performance—all while ensuring safety and USDA standards are met every step of the way. As an Operations Manager in our Distribution Center, you’ll manage daily activities involving transportation, warehousing, and related services to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction and meet cost objectives. Your leadership will uphold the trusted quality behind iconic brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan’s Famous, powering the supply chain that keeps America’s favorite flavors moving!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in Business Logistics or related field and 5+ years of distribution center/plant shipping leadership experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership
• Knowledge of refrigerated carrier industry, shipments of perishable products and DC operations.
• Experience with SAP, WMS computer systems, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on related warehouse experience highly desired (Ideally in meat or food distribution).
• High level of written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• 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

• Lead Warehouse Operations - Direct and inspire your management team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-performing warehouse operations. Delegate and oversee key operational functions, driving planning, execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize Resources & Costs - Manage labor expenses and monitor weekly payroll to keep costs in check without sacrificing performance. Review staffing levels to ensure the right team is in place to meet business demands.
• Champion Safety & Compliance - Execute robust safety and security programs to protect people and products. Oversee Safety Committee initiatives and host local, state, and federal inspections with confidence. Ensure strict adherence to quality assurance and food safety protocols at every step.
• Maintain Facilities & Equipment - Inspect warehouse conditions and equipment regularly, recommending repairs or replacements as needed. Develop and document standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving, storing, shipping, and salvaging products.
• Collaborate for Customer Success - Partner with Customer Service, Deployment, Transportation Operations, and DC Management to meet customer expectations and service levels. Review operational issues impacting costs and customer satisfaction, ensuring timely resolutions.
• Foster a Positive Workplace - Ensure fair, consistent treatment for all associates while building a culture of respect and teamwork. Support company-sponsored events and community involvement programs to strengthen engagement.
• Handle Special Requests & Reporting - Review business requests for special warehouse services and manage OS&D occurrences effectively. Generate insights by reviewing operational trends and providing actionable recommendations.

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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees