Plant Maintenance & Purchasing Clerk

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Milan, MO, invites applications for a Plant Maintenance & Purchasing Clerk.

This role supports the purchasing department’s clerical and administrative heartbeat, handling requisitions, creating purchase orders, and maintaining a detailed tracking system to keep materials on schedule. You will build strong vendor relationships, ensure orders move from request to delivery, manage inventory reports, and assist maintenance projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• APICS Certification preferred.
• Excellent written communications skills.
• Knowledge of SAP, UNIX, and Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Run inventory reports and keep paper supplies stocked.
• Open and enter Plant Purchase Orders to support receiving and billing.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve order issues and verify invoices.
• Take on new projects to improve processes and drive results.

Skills

APICS Certification

Written communication

SAP

UNIX

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

UNIX

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

## Plant Maintenance & Purchasing ClerkApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Milan, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2026-10880**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**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. **Apply Now!****THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:**The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.In this vital role, you’ll manage the clerical and administrative heartbeat of the purchasing department, including support for the maintenance team. You’ll be the go-to person for processing requisitions, creating and distributing purchase orders, and maintaining a detailed tracking system that keeps everything organized and on schedule. Plus, you’ll build strong relationships with vendors by managing communications and ensuring orders move seamlessly from request to delivery. If you’re organized, proactive, and ready to keep our supply chain flowing, this role is made for you!**WHAT YOU’LL DO:**The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.* Take charge of inventory control by running accurate reports and ensuring essential paper supplies are always in stock—keeping the operation smooth and uninterrupted.* Manage Plant Purchase Orders by opening and entering them promptly to support the receiving and billing teams, ensuring timely and accurate processing.* Partner with vendors to resolve order issues, whether it’s fixing pricing errors, verifying invoices, tracking deliveries, or securing proof of delivery—your follow-up keeps everything on track.* Dive into new and special projects assigned by your manager, bringing your problem-solving skills and initiative to help improve processes and drive results.**WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.* High school diploma or general education degree (GED), required.* APICS Certification is preferred.* Excellent written communications skills.* Knowledge of UNIX application (SAP), the Internet and Microsoft Office software, e.g. Word, Excel and Power Point.* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.**OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:*** Experience in purchasing/parts room inventory/vendor relations, preferred.* Bi-lingual preferred.* 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.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:*** This position has no supervisory responsibilities.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:**The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.* Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.* Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds* Vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.Relocation Package AvailableNo**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.*