Production Lead: Drive Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Smithfield Foods; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a production supervisor to oversee the full manufacturing process, ensure safety and USDA standards, and maintain quality across shifts.

You will lead hourly staff, train and coach teams, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with operations to meet daily targets while controlling costs. This role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience, with travel up to 5% and readiness for long hours in a dynamic plant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading and mentoring staff or managing a process.
• Strong oral and written communication with analytical abilities.
• Motivating and coaching employees to peak performance in a team setting.
• Willing to work long hours and weekends; travel up to 5%.
• Adaptable to fast-paced plant environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production process, ensuring safety and USDA standards.
• Lead hourly staff, provide coaching and training on procedures.
• Monitor yields, quality, and efficiency to meet targets.
• Coordinate monthly line meetings and daily floor communication.
• Drive continuous improvement and manage equipment setup/maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a production supervisor to oversee the full manufacturing process, ensure safety and USDA standards, and maintain quality across shifts.

You will lead hourly staff, train and coach teams, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with operations to meet daily targets while controlling costs. This role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience, with travel up to 5% and readiness for long hours in a dynamic plant environment.