Production Manager Trainee: Lead, Learn & Certify

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager Trainee in North Carolina to learn, demonstrate knowledge, and become certified in all farm department areas including Breeding/Farrowing and Nursery/Finishing operations.

The role emphasizes mastering pig production processes, animal welfare, biosecurity, and environmental compliance while progressing through the Manager Training program and reporting to Human Resources as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related Agricultural field, or currently enrolled student with anticipated graduation by end of current semester.
• Must be able to work an average 48-hour week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must shower in and out of farm facilities daily.
• Ability to lead others and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to relocate to complete training and assume first managerial assignment.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

• Learns and demonstrates capability/knowledge and becomes certified in all farm department areas.
• Gains understanding of pig production processes, animal flow, farm health, and genetics.
• Performs and masters all hourly jobs under supervision.
• Becomes certified in each job after showing competence.
• Develops reports on experiences and suggests improvements.
• Complies with environmental laws, IPS, biosecurity, and EMS policies.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

Teamwork

Relocation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science

Enrolled student (graduation pending)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager Trainee in North Carolina to learn, demonstrate knowledge, and become certified in all farm department areas including Breeding/Farrowing and Nursery/Finishing operations.

The role emphasizes mastering pig production processes, animal welfare, biosecurity, and environmental compliance while progressing through the Manager Training program and reporting to Human Resources as needed.