Smithfield Foods · 8 hours ago
Director, Production Engineering
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. The Director of Production Engineering will lead engineering operations, analyze data to optimize production processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and ensure operational excellence.
Food and BeverageHospitality
Responsibilities
You'll lead engineering teams in various Engineering disciplines across plants to ensure optimal performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, HR, Safety, etc.) to achieve company goals
Oversee and manage Capital and Maintenance budgets and project planning
You'll also drive engineering performance to meet operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively
You'll create and implement short- and long-term operational plans to meet customer and quality standards
Identify and implement strategies to improve operational performance with internal and external resources
Provide clear direction on processes, schedules, and priorities for engineering teams
Develop and enforce best practices for engineering development
Ensure facilities comply with internal and external engineering standards and regulations
You’ll analyze asset age and utilization data and structure models on optimal replacement timing as well as methods to increase asset longevity
Lead and motivate engineering teams to achieve business objectives and deliver solutions on time and on budget
Partner with HR to develop leadership programs, manage performance, and build a diverse, high-performing workforce
You'll make sure to foster a culture of workplace safety, open communication, empowerment, and recognition
Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management
Prior experience in an engineer role
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
High level of written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability
Ability to communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience effectively
Strong interpersonal, technical and presentation skills
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
Respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations (50% of the time)
Preferred
Licensure as a Professional Engineer
Knowledge of different pork products and the Meat Industry
Benefits
Relocation Package Available
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
Recent News
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