Senior Engineering Program Manager - Food Manufacturing

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Senior Strategic Project Manager to design and lead complex projects in the pork and packaged meat industry.

You will apply engineering and mathematical principles to maximize production efficiency, manage cross-functional teams, and guide projects from scope through execution. You will oversee budgets, timelines, risk, and vendor coordination, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement in

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field required.
8+ years of relevant experience with engineering projects.
2+ years of team management or project leadership experience.
Knowledge of food processing/meat industry preferred.
Proficient in AutoCAD; strong budgeting and scheduling skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple project teams; provide direction and coaching to ensure successful results.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, risk, and communication plans.
Develop preliminary engineering designs to meet project needs and control scope creep.
Communicate status and issues with recommended solutions to leadership.
Continuously improve robotic and controls knowledge for innovative solutions.