Farm Production Manager in Training

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Waverly (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well programs

LinkedIn Learning

Guild tuition assistance

Smithfield Scholarship Program

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Smithfield, Virginia, is seeking a Production Manager Trainee to learn and demonstrate skills across farm departments and to become certified in company systems and industry standards.

This role operates under supervision while progressing through a leadership development program. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, and a willingness to relocate for training and initial managerial assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related Agricultural field, or currently enrolled college student with anticipated graduation by end of current semester.
• Must be able to work a 48-hour week, which can vary.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Learns, demonstrates capability/knowledge and becomes certified in all farm department areas including Breeding/Farrowing and Nursery/Finishing.
• Gains understanding of Smithfield systems such as pig production processes, animal flow, herd health, genetics, husbandry.
• Performs hourly jobs under supervision and progresses to leadership certification.

Skills

Lead others

Relocation

Microsoft Office

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's in Animal Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Smithfield, Virginia, is seeking a Production Manager Trainee to learn and demonstrate skills across farm departments and to become certified in company systems and industry standards.

This role operates under supervision while progressing through a leadership development program. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, and a willingness to relocate for training and initial managerial assignment.