Smithfield Foods

Plant Reliability Manager

Smithfield Foods • $88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field and 5+ years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 2 years of team management or project leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in plant maintenance or reliability roles with strong equipment and systems knowledge.
  • Experience managing maintenance programs, schedules, and budgets.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in performance metrics and KPI analysis.
  • Excellent leadership and supervisory skills, with team management experience.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the reliability and performance of all plant equipment and systems.
  • Oversee and manage the preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime.
  • Manage the scheduling of maintenance employees and supervise planning activities.
  • Supervise the parts storeroom, ensuring adequate inventory of parts.
  • Develop and implement maintenance training programs for staff.
  • Manage the maintenance department budget effectively.
  • Lead large maintenance and repair projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
  • Monitor and analyze department KPIs to drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Relocation package available.
Full Job Description
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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

As part of our Engineering team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our plant equipment and systems. This position involves overseeing the preventative maintenance program, managing maintenance schedules, and leading key maintenance initiatives to ensure optimal plant performance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
  • Reliability Oversight: Ensure the reliability and performance of all plant equipment and systems.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Oversee and manage the preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan.
  • Maintenance Scheduling: Manage the scheduling of maintenance employees and oversee plant maintenance schedulers/planners.
  • Parts Management: Supervise the parts storeroom, ensuring adequate inventory and timely availability of parts.
  • Training Programs: Develop and implement maintenance training programs for staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
  • Budget Management: Manage the maintenance department budget, ensuring cost-effective practices and resource allocation.
  • Project Management: Lead and oversee large maintenance and repair projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Performance Metrics: Monitor and analyze department KPIs such as downtime, parts usage, and mean time between failures (MTBF) to drive continuous improvement.


WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
  • Bachelor's degree for an accredited four-year college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
  • 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
  • Proven experience in a plant maintenance or reliability role, with a strong understanding of equipment and systems.
  • Experience in managing maintenance programs, schedules, and budgets.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience with performance metrics and KPI analysis.
  • Excellent leadership and supervisory abilities, with experience in managing a team.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.


OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
  • Good decision maker and ability to perform in stressful situations.
  • Demonstrated computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and company software packages.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures in English.
  • Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
  • Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
  • Noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Indoor and outdoor work environments.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; use stairs, some ladder climbing, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear.
  • Work alternate shifts and some weekends.
  • Ability to deliver information to diverse audiences.
  • Fundamental mathematical skills for managing Key Performance Indicators.
  • Embody respect, approachability, and a team-oriented demeanor for fostering robust working relationships and cultivating a positive work environment.
  • Thrive in collaborating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


Relocation Package AvailableYes

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About Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods is a meat processing company that produces and markets a variety of fresh and packaged meats. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia. Smithfield Foods operates in the United States and internationally, and its products are sold under a number of well-known brands. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Smithfield Foods is a subsidiary of WH Group, a Chinese meat processing company.
Learn more about Smithfield Foods
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1936

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