Garage Operations Manager

Murphy-Brown LLC; Warsaw (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an experienced maintenance and fleet operations leader to direct east coast hog production garage operations and manage a team of technicians across multiple facilities.

You will oversee repairs, service, and preventive maintenance, establish safety programs, evaluate vendors, and drive cost reductions in procurement for trucks, trailers, and equipment, while fostering cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
• Purchasing/Negotiation experience for the procurement of large equipment including trucks, trailers, etc.
• Experience with diesel maintenance required.
• Experience managing large fleet size required.
• 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

• Directs east coast hog production garage operations and garage management.
• Garage management are responsible for ensuring repairs, service, and maintenance of a variety of vehicular equipment; workflow and developing schedules; maintaining records.
• Provides direction for quality control for in-house and vendor 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

Engineering

Team management

Purchasing/Negotiation

Diesel maintenance

Fleet management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Have a seat at our table.

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.

With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

• Ensure the upkeep of all east coast hog production assets/equipment, including trucks and trailers.
• Oversight of internal maintenance processes of company owned and operated M&R shops.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors, consistently eyeing cost reduction opportunities to negotiate the lowest cost/prices.
• Responsible for the procurement strategy and initiatives for identifying new products and maintaining knowledge on product specifications.

Core Responsibilities

• Directs east coast hog production garage operations and garage management.
• Garage management are responsible for ensuring repairs, service, and maintenance of a variety of vehicular equipment; workflow and developing schedules; maintaining records.
• Provides direction for quality control for in-house and vendor 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
• Purchasing/Negotiation experience for the procurement of large equipment including trucks, trailers, etc.
• Experience with diesel maintenance required.
• Experience managing large fleet size required.
• 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.

Relocation Package Available

Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

Company Culture

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. “Good food. Responsibly.®” is more than just our tagline; it’s what we do.

We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Benefits and Development

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.

• 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.
• Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.
• Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Company Information

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.

With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.

For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com.

We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others.

For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.