Automation Project Manager — Meat Processing

Smithfield Foods; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to spearhead automation projects for the pork industry. This role entails working with cross-functional teams to translate automation needs into innovative solutions while overseeing project management tasks from design to execution.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, extensive project management experience, and strong leadership skills. A relocation package is offered for the successful candidate, and substantial travel (approximately 50%) is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years in a leadership position with team management.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary designs and specifications for projects.
• Coordinate equipment vendors for planning and installation.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance during the project.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Engineering principles

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to spearhead automation projects for the pork industry. This role entails working with cross-functional teams to translate automation needs into innovative solutions while overseeing project management tasks from design to execution.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, extensive project management experience, and strong leadership skills. A relocation package is offered for the successful candidate, and substantial travel (approximately 50%) is required.