Governance Specialist

Smithfield Foods

Governance Specialist enhancing manufacturing efficiency at Smithfield Foods through training and process improvement. Collaborating with teams to implement best practices and audits across operations.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeSmithfield • Iowa, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify opportunities across manufacturing sites to improve efficiency and performance.
Use data analysis and root cause techniques to solve operational challenges.
Lead and support special projects that align with company goals.
Develop and deliver engaging training and workshops to support process improvement.
Guide teams in applying lean tools and practices consistently across locations.
Coach managers on executing strategic plans and sustaining improvements.
Conduct audits and assessments to ensure changes are effective and lasting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced level knowledge of Excel.
Familiar with Microsoft Power Bi, Forms, and Power Automate.
Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
Strong ability to learn new programs and technical skills as necessary.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Strategic thinking skills, and the ability to effectively translate strategy into operating methodology and results.
Demonstrated planning, organization, and execution skills.
Strong interpersonal and technical skills.
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.
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive training and professional development programs
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program for formal education assistance
Be Well programs for mental health and wellness support
Tools and resources for elective surgeries, weight loss, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, and maternity management

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisroot cause analysislean toolsprocess improvementstrategic planningorganizational planninganalytical reasoningexecution skillstechnical skills

Soft Skills

communication skillsteamworkadaptabilitystrategic thinkinginterpersonal skillsorganizational skillscoachingrelationship buildingengagement