East Coast Fleet & Garage Operations Manager Relocation

Smithfield Foods; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in North Carolina seeks an experienced operations leader to direct east coast hog production garage operations and fleet maintenance. You will supervise garage staff, set schedules, ensure repairs, and manage safety programs for a large fleet.

You will oversee contractors and vendors, build strong cross‑department relationships, and coach employees toward high performance. Excellent verbal and written communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of team management or project leadership experience.
• Purchasing/Negotiation experience for large equipment procurement.
• Experience with diesel maintenance.
• Experience managing large fleet size.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Directs east coast hog production garage operations and garage management.
• Provides direction for quality control for repairs, equipment, materials, and supply usage.
• Responsible for establishing and oversight of the east coast hog production fleet operations maintenance and garage safety programs.
• Oversees new contractors, vendors, and other service providers.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with representatives of other departments.
• Overseeing employee training and development, evaluating performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and written.

Skills

Team management

Project leadership

Negotiation

Diesel maintenance

Fleet management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Smithfield Foods in North Carolina seeks an experienced operations leader to direct east coast hog production garage operations and fleet maintenance. You will supervise garage staff, set schedules, ensure repairs, and manage safety programs for a large fleet.

You will oversee contractors and vendors, build strong cross‑department relationships, and coach employees toward high performance. Excellent verbal and written communication is essential.