Governance Senior Engineering Specialist
Core
Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of engineering standards and lean tools to drive efficiency and operational excellence across Smithfield's manufacturing network.
Role type
Senior Continuous Improvement & Lean Engineering Specialist
Builds
Manufacturing Intelligence (M-IQ) program framework, standardized training packages, and scalable lean systems
Domain
Manufacturing / Lean Engineering / Continuous Improvement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lean manufacturing principles, Value Stream Mapping, A3 problem-solving, statistical process control, cost analysis, technical writing, change management, data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Advanced Continuous Improvement expertise, 2+ years in CI role, ability to train in-person and via Teams
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel, PowerPoint), Teams
Responsibilities
Develop and facilitate standardized trainings and workshops for M-IQ locations; conduct data collection, root cause analysis, and cost modeling; lead systematic site reviews and compliance audits; coach managers and teams on strategic initiatives; translate high-level business goals into actionable improvement solutions; ensure consistency in approach and data integrity across the organization
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence