Governance Senior Engineering Specialist

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.

• Program Strategy and Development:
  You will analyze the M-IQ program to uncover systemic improvement opportunities and develop forward-looking content that aligns with evolving business priorities. You will also support Smithfield’s manufacturing improvement plan by advancing A3 problem-solving, promoting lean tool adoption, and enabling data-driven decisions. Drawing on strategic thinking, you will translate high-level goals into actionable solutions and independently lead special projects, including new technology implementations and cross-functional initiatives.
• Training and Knowledge Transfer:
  You will develop and facilitate standardized trainings and workshops across M-IQ locations to drive cultural transformation and enhance performance metrics. You will define the 'Smithfield Way' for lean tools by researching, documenting, and delivering comprehensive training packages, while providing guidance to support teams and senior leadership. Additionally, you will coach managers in executing strategic initiatives and lead multiple improvement teams to accelerate impactful, sustainable change.
• Continuous Improvement and Change Leadership:
  You will act as a change agent to embed continuous improvement methodologies throughout the M-IQ platform and Continuous Improvement department, driving innovation and cultural transformation. You will also guide cross-functional teams in implementing Smithfield Way tenets and tools across multiple locations, partnering collaboratively to develop, sustain, and elevate program effectiveness.
• Operational Execution and Process Governance:
  You will facilitate standard changes through effective stakeholder communication and plant coordination, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational goals. You will also develop and conduct compliance audits, evaluations, and reviews to sustain improvements, while providing weekly reports that capture individual, departmental, and program-level contributions.
• Data and Performance Analysis:
  You will conduct data collection, root cause analysis, Value Stream Mapping, and operational troubleshooting to identify performance gaps and drive targeted improvements. You will also perform cost analysis, develop standard costing models for production, and establish systems that foster data-based decision‑making and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Organizational Systems and Integrity:
  You will work across the organization to ensure consistency in approach, formatting, data integrity, and decision-making processes that align with enterprise standards. You will also apply sound judgment and critical thinking to solve complex business challenges, leveraging insights from diverse sources to develop effective, forward-thinking solutions.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced level knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to learn new programs and technical skills as necessary.
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