About the role#
The OSU Production Intern program at Smithfield Foods provides a paid, 10-week opportunity to gain hands-on experience in swine production. You will work within a swine facility, learning how various processes contribute to overall company efforts. This is a full-time, on-site position designed to help you explore career options and apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting.
What you'll do#
- Train daily in a swine facility to understand production processes.
- Work under the supervision of a department leader to perform specific functional duties.
- Ensure all work complies with environmental laws and procedures.
- Report any environmental issues to your supervisor immediately.
- Review and follow the company emergency notification process at your site.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program at a regionally accredited college or university, or recent graduation.
- Preference for candidates with an Agriculture-related major.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated, proactive mindset with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to build positive working relationships in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Jamesport, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Average 48-hour work week, including weekends and holidays.
- Physical Demands: Must be able to stand and walk on concrete for 9 to 12 hours per day. Duties include frequent bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs. You will work in environments involving animal dander, manure, dust, and noise. Daily showering in and out of farm facilities is required. You must be able to work around antibiotics such as penicillin.
About Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is a public company based in Smithfield, Virginia. It operates within the food and beverage manufacturing sector. The business produces packaged meats and fresh pork products. It maintains a portfolio of brands and works with farmers to supply protein to customers.
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