Specification Writer - Packaging (Remote Opportunity)
Full Time
Smithfield, VA
Posted
Job description
Job Locations: US-VA-Smithfield US-IL-Lisle Your Opportunity:
The above 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. Qualifications:
About Smithfield Foods:
This position is responsible for coordinating, developing, writing, and centralizing product specifications and manufacturing procedures. Assists with the maintenance of the technical services website and PMDM. Works closely with multiple departments to accomplish these tasks. This position also interacts with plants as a technical resource for process and product specifications. The position helps to maintain product quality information in customer and company databases or websites. The position also works with Customer Service in handling complaints, nutrition, and data sheet requests. This position requires an organized individual with exceptional verbal and written communication skills capable of independent decision making. The primary output of the position are specification documents used by the rest of the company to make product to customer requirements accurately. Inaccurate or untimely execution of this function results in significant financial risk to Smithfield Foods. Secondary outputs of the position include key decision-making regarding audit compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
Packaging Specifications
- Coordinate the functionality and uniformity of packaging specifications in SpecrightTM in order to effectively manage data across the supply chain. Responsible for making sure specification data is collected and entered in a timely manner. This is accomplished by creating load templates for vendors to fill out data fields completely and accurately critical to material performance. Extracting data from vendor technical data sheets will be required. Coordinating several workflows for data collect and loading will be necessary.
- Analyze data field for macro data trends as a tool for consolidation efforts
- Facilitate the expansion of the current specification tool to packaging specific data of finished goods (e.g. Pallet Arrangement Data)
- Subject matter expert for specification application dashboards.
Customer Specifications & Packaging Sustainability Reporting
- Complete customer information packets specific to packaging, when requested.
- Data extraction from specifications and entry into customer portals specific to packaging sustainability
Smithfield Proprietary Specification Workflows (PMDM System)
The above 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.
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 (B.A.) from a regionally accredited four-year College or university and 2+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
- Experience in packaging industry, preferred.
- Must be able to travel 10% of the time, with additional travel during initial training period.
- Ability to work in and learn various computer software programs.
- Working Knowledge of database software; Spreadsheet and Word processing software required; and SAP.
- Knowledge of SAP, a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Good mathematical skills.
- Good decision making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Able to communicate effectively and respond to common requests about packaging and processes.
- Ability to work well with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
- Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English.
- Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Corporate working environment.
- Noise level in the work environment is moderate.
- When located in the plant the environment will include wet, damp, cold, slippery and loud conditions with moving parts, and vibrating parts.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision includes close vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.
PEOPLE MATTER
More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Working at Smithfield isn't just a job – it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.
BENEFITS
Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.
SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE
Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEO/AA Information:
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
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